total intake
[ˈtoʊtəl ˈɪnteɪk]
nounpl: total intakes
ingestão total
1. The complete amount of a substance consumed or absorbed by an organism, typically referring to food, water, calories, or nutrients
The doctor recommended monitoring your total intake of sodium daily.
O médico recomendou monitorar sua ingestão total de sódio diariamente.
2. The total amount of air, fluid, or other material entering a system or device
The total intake of the air conditioning system needs to be checked.
A ingestão total do sistema de ar condicionado precisa ser verificada.
3. In medical contexts, the complete volume of fluids consumed by a patient
Patients should record their total intake and output during treatment.
Os pacientes devem registrar sua ingestão total e eliminação durante o tratamento.
In Brazilian healthcare and nutrition contexts, 'ingestão total' is the standard medical terminology used by nutritionists and doctors. In the USA, health-conscious individuals commonly use 'total intake' in discussions about dieting and wellness. The term is particularly important in clinical settings where precise documentation of patient consumption is critical for proper care.
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