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Vocabulary Entry
inpatient
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A patient who is admitted to a hospital for treatment that requires at least one overnight stay.
Example Sentences
"The doctor said the inpatient will need to stay for at least three days."
"Inpatients receive care around the clock from medical staff."
"The hospital has specialized units for different types of inpatients."
A
adjective
Referring to a condition or treatment that involves being hospitalized for a period of time.
Example Sentences
"Inpatient care is often more intensive than outpatient care."
"She preferred inpatient treatment due to her severe symptoms."
"The clinic offers both outpatient and inpatient services."