Goal
Goal
Goal (pronounced: /ɡoʊl/) is a term used in various fields, including psychology, business, and health care, to denote a desired outcome or objective that an individual or a group strives to achieve.
Etymology
The term "goal" originates from the Old English "gol" which means "boundary" or "limit". It was later adopted into Middle English as "gool" or "gole", referring to a boundary in a game, particularly football. The modern usage of the term to mean an objective or target was first recorded in the late 19th century.
Definition
In a medical context, a goal is a clearly defined, measurable, and achievable outcome that a patient, healthcare provider, or healthcare team aims to achieve within a specified timeframe. Goals are often set in the context of a treatment plan to improve a patient's health status or to manage a chronic condition.
Related Terms
- Objective: A specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) target that is set to achieve a broader goal.
- Outcome: The result or effect of an action, situation, or event. In healthcare, outcomes can be patient-related (e.g., improvement in symptoms), process-related (e.g., adherence to treatment guidelines), or system-related (e.g., cost-effectiveness).
- Treatment Plan: A detailed plan devised by a healthcare provider that outlines the treatment strategies, goals, and expected outcomes for a patient's health condition.
- Healthcare Provider: A person or organization that provides preventive, curative, promotional, or rehabilitative health care services in a systematic way to individuals, families, or communities.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Goal
- Wikipedia's article - Goal
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