rudimentarytreatment
nounUK /ˌruːdɪˈmentəri ˈtriːtmənt/
US /ˌruːdəˈmentəri ˈtriːtmənt/
A very basic kind of care that is not fancy or complete.
The hikers gave the injured dog rudimentary treatment until a vet arrived.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A simple, early-stage way of dealing with a problem or illness.
The clinic offered rudimentary treatment for common colds.
3. A rough or unfinished attempt at medical care.
With no doctor nearby, they managed only rudimentary treatment for the broken arm.
4. Basic handling or processing of something.
The old factory gave the ore only rudimentary treatment before shipping it.