No. 10,181 in German
pflegefall
A "pflegefall" is a person in need of long-term care due to illness, disability, or old age.
In a sentence
Mein Großvater wurde nach einem Unfall zum Pflegefall.
My grandfather became a care case after an accident.
In this sentence, 'Pflegefall' is used as a noun referring to a person who requires ongoing care due to health issues. It illustrates the term in a direct context related to personal health.
In der Gesellschaft diskutieren wir oft über die Herausforderungen, die Pflegefälle mit sich bringen.
In society, we often discuss the challenges that care cases entail.
Here, 'Pflegefall' relates to the broader societal view of individuals requiring care. It emphasizes the implications and discussions around providing this care.
Der Film porträtiert eindrucksvoll die Lebensrealität eines Pflegefalls.
The film impressively portrays the life reality of a care case.
This usage of 'Pflegefall' is found in a narrative or descriptive context, making the term part of a storytelling element regarding the life and challenges faced by such individuals.
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