This is the 6568th most frequent Dutch word.
verplegingsraad
"Verplegingsraad" translates to "nursing council" in English, referring to a board or council related to nursing or caregiving.
In this sentence, 'verplegingsraad' (nursing council) is used as a noun referring to an organized group of professionals in healthcare.
De verplegingsraad vergaderde gisteren over de nieuwe richtlijnen.
The nursing council met yesterday about the new guidelines.
Here, 'verplegingsraad' describes the specific body within which a leadership position is discussed, emphasizing the term's organizational meaning.
Hij werd verkozen tot voorzitter van de verplegingsraad.
He was elected as chairman of the nursing council.
In this context, 'verplegingsraad' is depicted as an authority whose decisions affect operations, showing its authoritative aspect.