The term âclinical judgmentâ refers to a similar process, namely âthe application of. information based on actual observation of a patient combined with subjective and. objective data that lead to a conclusion.â.
Definition of precipitate for English Language Learners. : 1  to cause (something) to happen quickly or suddenly. : 2  to become separated from a liquid especially by a chemical process. : 3  to cause (something solid) to become separated from a liquid especially by a chemical process.
verb (used with object), precipitated, precipitating. 1. to hasten the occurrence of; bring about prematurely, hastily, or suddenly: to precipitate an international crisis. 2. to cast down headlong; fling or hurl down. 3. to cast, plunge, or send, especially violently or abruptly: He precipitated himself into the struggle.