Clinical guideline

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Clinical guideline

Clinical guideline (pronunciation: /ˈklɪnɪkəl ˈɡaɪdlaɪn/) is a set of recommendations developed to assist in patient care decision-making. These guidelines are based on a systematic review of clinical evidence and an assessment of the benefits and harms of alternative care options.

Etymology

The term 'clinical' is derived from the Greek word 'klinikos', which means 'bed'. This refers to the practice of treating patients who are bedridden. The term 'guideline' comes from the Old English 'gelīcian', which means 'to make like'. This refers to the idea of making treatment decisions similar to those recommended in the guideline.

Related Terms

  • Evidence-based medicine: This is a systematic approach to clinical problem solving which allows the integration of the best available research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values.
  • Best practice: This is a method or technique that has consistently shown results superior to those achieved with other means, and that is used as a benchmark.
  • Clinical trial: This is a type of research that studies new tests and treatments and evaluates their effects on human health outcomes.
  • Patient care: This is the services rendered by members of the health professions for the benefit of a patient.
  • Clinical evidence: This is the outcome of a clinical trial or other research programs conducted in the field of medicine.

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