a relapse or recurrence is another potential outcome in which case the treatment has to be reestablished or modified sequelae the negative consequences of a condition can persist both an acute and a chronic condition may deteriorate causing disability of some degree of severity from mild to complete a decline across several domains of functioning could leave the individual unable to handle their own care and when rehabilitation is not feasible a longterm care hc option is pursued this aims to maintain the best quality of life and to reduce suffering and limit deterioration