What is a common consequence of inadequate health monitoring?

Inadequate health monitoring typically leads to an increased risk of health complications. When healthcare providers do not continuously track a patient's health status, significant changes in their condition may go unnoticed. This lack of oversight can result in delayed diagnoses, failure to manage chronic diseases effectively, and exacerbation of existing health issues. Consequently, patients might experience a progression of their conditions that could have been prevented with regular monitoring, ultimately leading to more severe health complications such as hospitalizations, permanent damage, or even death.

On the other hand, improved treatment outcomes, enhanced patient satisfaction, and better management of health resources are often associated with effective and regular health monitoring, making them less likely consequences of inadequate monitoring.