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Readmitting: meaning, definitions and examples

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readmitting

 

[ ˌriːədˈmɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

medical context

Readmitting refers to the process of allowing a patient to return to a hospital or medical facility after they have been discharged. This often occurs when the patient's condition worsens or they experience complications requiring further treatment. Readmission can be a crucial aspect of patient care in ensuring continuous monitoring and intervention. Many medical facilities track readmission rates as a measure of quality of care.

Synonyms

re-admission, rehospitalization

Examples of usage

  • The patient was readmitted due to complications after surgery.
  • Readmitting individuals can help prevent serious health issues.
  • The hospital has protocols in place for readmitting patients quickly.

Translations

Translations of the word "readmitting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 readmissão

🇮🇳 पुनः प्रवेश

🇩🇪 Wiedereinlass

🇮🇩 penerimaan kembali

🇺🇦 повторний прийом

🇵🇱 ponowne przyjęcie

🇯🇵 再入場

🇫🇷 réadmission

🇪🇸 readmisión

🇹🇷 yeniden kabul

🇰🇷 재입회

🇸🇦 إعادة القبول

🇨🇿 opětovné přijetí

🇸🇰 opätovné prijatie

🇨🇳 重新接纳

🇸🇮 ponovno sprejemanje

🇮🇸 endurgöng

🇰🇿 қайта қабылдау

🇬🇪 მეორედ მიღება

🇦🇿 təkrar qəbul

🇲🇽 readmisión

Etymology

The term 'readmit' is derived from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again', and the root word 'admit', which comes from the Latin 'admittere', meaning 'to let in'. The use of the term has evolved with the development of modern medical practices, particularly in hospitals and healthcare settings. Initially, 'admit' was used primarily in a general sense, but as healthcare systems became more complex, the need to specify the act of readmitting a patient has become more prevalent. The concept gained importance with an increased focus on patient outcomes and the efficiency of hospital care. Regulations and policies surrounding readmissions have also impacted the terminology, making it a critical aspect of healthcare discussion.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,335, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.