Patient Safety

noun a condition or factor that serves as a reason to withhold a certain medical treatment due to the harm it could cause

• The patient's allergy to the medication was a contraindication for prescribing it.
• The doctor couldn't give me that medicine because it would have caused a bad reaction.
• I can't take that stuff, it's like poison to me!
• Her fear of failure was a contraindication to taking risks in her career.

noun an unintentional failure to notice or do something

• The project manager's oversight ensured that all tasks were completed on time.
• I can't believe the oversight of the event coordinator led to such a big mistake.
• The oversight of the teacher totally saved us from having a pop quiz today.
• The lack of oversight in the company's finances led to a downward spiral in profits.

adjective showing a lack of caution or concern for the consequences of one's actions; rash

• The reckless driver caused a serious accident on the highway.
• She's always been a bit reckless with her money, spending it on impulse buys.
• He's a reckless daredevil, always pushing the limits with his stunts.
• Her reckless behavior in relationships always leads to heartbreak.

noun a measure taken to protect someone or something from potential danger or harm

• It is important to safeguard sensitive information to protect against data breaches.
• Make sure to safeguard your belongings when you're out in public.
• I always safeguard my snacks from my siblings so they don't eat them.
• The knight vowed to safeguard the kingdom from any threats.