What it means
Used in phrases such as neurological deficit (a lost function after a stroke, such as weakness or speech loss), fluid volume deficit (too little fluid), self-care deficit (unable to do one's own daily care) and pulse deficit (the difference between the apical and radial pulse).
At a glance
| Spanish | déficit |
|---|---|
| Also written | deficits |
Related terms
dehydration
A state in which the body has lost more water than it has taken in.
impairment
A loss or weakening of a body function or ability, such as sight, hearing, movement or thinking.
self-care
The things people do for themselves to look after their own health and daily needs.