Definition: A person or animal who receives treatment from a doctor or other medically educated person.
Alright class, settle down and let’s take a peek, At this word “patients,” what does it truly speak? The dictionary gives us a helpful clue, “Someone receiving care, for me and you!” It says they're people, or even furry friends too, Getting help from doctors, shiny and new. Think of someone with a sniffle or a sneeze, Or maybe a hurt knee – needing some ease! They come to a doctor, wise and so bright, To get better quickly, feeling just right. So "patients" means those who need a little care, A healthy recovery, beyond compare! Does that make sense? Any questions you might see?