Achieve

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Achieve

Achieve (/əˈtʃiːv/) is a term commonly used in the medical field, particularly in the context of treatment goals and patient outcomes.

Etymology

The term "achieve" originates from the Old French word "achever," which means to finish or complete. It was later adopted into Middle English as "acheven."

Definition

In a medical context, to achieve typically refers to the successful attainment of a specific health outcome or treatment goal. This could include achieving remission in a patient with cancer, achieving a target blood pressure in a patient with hypertension, or achieving a healthy weight in a patient with obesity.

Related Terms

  • Treatment Goal: A specific objective or target that healthcare providers aim to achieve in the management of a patient's condition.
  • Patient Outcome: A measure of the health status of a patient following a certain course of treatment or intervention.
  • Remission: The reduction or disappearance of the signs and symptoms of a disease, often used as a treatment goal in chronic conditions like cancer or autoimmune diseases.
  • Hypertension: A chronic medical condition characterized by elevated blood pressure, often requiring ongoing management to achieve target blood pressure levels.
  • Obesity: A medical condition characterized by excess body fat, often managed through a combination of diet, exercise, and sometimes medication or surgery to achieve a healthy weight.

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