COMPLAINT VERSUS COMPLIANT
Now, this is a tricky one. There is confusion regarding these two words leading into much dilemma and chances of Medical English Error. I will try to explain difference between the two in My way.
COMPLAINT: Now this means an expression of grievance or resentment, going to higher authority, planning for something to be done or said or taken care of. PLA stands for plan in mind (in order to get help).
COMPLIANT: Willing to comply or PLIability. To go by the rule set by doctors, like medicines, behaviors, risks, to avoid, etc.
BOTTOM LINE:
ComPLAint == PLAnning for something to be taken care of.
ComPLIant == PLIability to follow/comply rules (set by doctors)
Hope this will help you.
Arup Ghosh, BSC, BASM, Silva Graduate,
Senior Quality Analyst Medical Transcription
