treatmentguidelines
nounUK /ˈtriːtmənt ˈɡaɪdlaɪnz/
US /ˈtriːtmənt ˈɡaɪdlaɪnz/
Rules that tell doctors how to help sick people get better.
The doctor followed the treatment guidelines to help the patient recover.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Written steps that explain how to care for a sick person at home.
The nurse gave us treatment guidelines for caring for Grandma after surgery.
3. Official advice from health experts about the best way to treat an illness.
New treatment guidelines say children should rest and drink water when they have a cold.
4. A set of rules a clinic uses to make sure every patient gets safe care.
The clinic updated its treatment guidelines to keep patients safe.