1 Pain is considered a standard fifth vital sign in some organizations such as the U.S. Veterans Affairs. 2  Pain is measured on a pain scale based on subjective patient reporting and may be unreliable. 3  Some studies show that recording pain routinely may not change management.
incubator. 1  An investment and support program in which entrepreneurs starting internet businesses are provided with management advice, access to finance, and technical assistance by a network of investors. 2  A box-like structure with insulation and provisions for controlling its interior temperature.
incubator noun [C] uk / ËÉªÅ.kjÉ.beÉª.tÉ r / us / ËÉªÅ.kjÉ.beÉª.tÌ¬É / âº a container that has controlled air and temperature conditions in which a weak or premature baby (= one which was born too early) can be kept alive