Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

clinical-status

noun

/ˈklɪnɪkəl ˈsteɪtəs/

Definition

The condition or state of a patient as assessed in a medical context.

Examples

The clinician reviewed the patient’s clinical status before making any treatment recommendations.
Regular assessments of clinical status help in monitoring disease progression.
Changes in clinical status can indicate a need for immediate medical intervention.

Meaning

Clinical status refers to the overall health and physiological state of a patient, which is evaluated by healthcare professionals to determine the appropriate treatment or care needed.