Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
serious condition
noun
/ˈsɪr.i.əs kənˈdɪʃ.ən/
Definition
A serious condition refers to a health issue that poses significant risks and requires immediate medical attention.
Examples
- The doctor informed the family that the patient was in a serious condition.
- After the accident, he was taken to the hospital in serious condition.
- Patients in serious condition often go to the intensive care unit.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe a state of health that is grave, indicating that a patient is in critical need of care due to potentially life-threatening circumstances.
Synonyms
- critical condition
- grave condition
- acute condition
- life-threatening condition
