cuidados paliativos
The English word hospice can be translated into Portuguese as cuidados paliativos.
In Portuguese, the term refers to a facility or organization that offers palliative care for the terminally ill.
Meaning: a facility or organization offering palliative care for the terminally ill (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
Cuidados paliativos is the most commonly used term around Brazil and Portugal.
Did you know?
- The word 'paliativos' shares its root with the English 'palliative', but in Portuguese, it is frequently used in legal or political contexts to describe 'stopgap' measures that do not solve the root of a problem.
- The Portuguese word paliativo shares a root with 'palliate', meaning 'to cloak'. This reflects the historical idea of covering or soothing symptoms rather than curing the disease.
- In Brazil, the term is often part of a broader discussion regarding humanização (humanization), a specific movement in the healthcare system to prioritize patient dignity.
Examples in context
- Preciso encontrar uma instituição de cuidados paliativos de qualidade para o meu pai.I need to find a high-quality hospice care institution for my father.
- Eles buscam cuidados paliativos para o avô.They are looking for palliative care for their grandfather.
- O hospital oferece cuidados paliativos de qualidade.The hospital offers quality palliative care.
- O foco agora são os cuidados paliativos.The focus now is on palliative care.
Example conversation
Camila and Felipe are discussing a family member's medical treatment at home.
- CamilaFelipe, o médico recomendou cuidados paliativos.Felipe, the doctor recommended palliative care.
- FelipeIsso ajudaria a reduzir o sofrimento dela?Would that help reduce her suffering?
- CamilaSim, o objetivo é dar conforto.Yes, the goal is to provide comfort.
- FelipeEntendi, vamos pesquisar as melhores opções.I understand, let's research the best options.
