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Common Medical Jargon
Inpatient
Commonly used in healthcare and medical settings
Literal Meaning
Overnight stay required
Actual Meaning
You have to stay at the hospital overnight - or longer.
Examples in Context

The doctor noted Inpatient on the chart.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Remember: Inpatient means Treatment requiring overnight hospital stay
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