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XR

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X-ray

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OS

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Prescription glasses

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Purpose of a defibrillator

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Electrical impulse that sends a shock to heart to return it to its normal rhythm

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What system does Chiro work with

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Musculoskeletal system (in particular, the vertebra) to improve functioning of nervous system and general health

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Chiropractor treatment aims to

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-Relieve feelings of pain
- increase joint range of motion
-improve biomechanics, allowing you to function at more optimal levels

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Medicare chiropractor

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Medicare will not cover unless chronic disease management plan or to a bulk billing chiropractor

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PHI chiropractor

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Most include some coverage. Higher the level of cover, the more Chris covered. May still incur a gap or have a threshold for claims

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What systems do Chiros work with

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Manipulate posture to improve mobility and effective functioning of muscular, skeletal and nervous system

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The veretbra type of bone

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Irregular

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Vertebra function skeletal system

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Protection
Movement including posture

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Conditions chiro: sciatica

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Pain that radiates along path of sciatic nerve. Typically, sciatica is unilateral

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Chiropractic adjustments for neck pain

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-posture correction
- soft tissue techniques such as massage
- specialised exercise program

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Conditions: scoliosis

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Sideways curvature of spine and most often diagnosed in adolescents. Most common cause of childhood scholiosis is unknown

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Skeletal system types of bones:podiatrist

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Long, short

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Skeletal system function podiatrist

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Movement including posture

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Integumentary system (skin and nails) structure

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Three layers
1) outer layer: epidermis
2) middle layer:dermis
3) inner layer: hypodermis

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Function of integumentary system

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To protect the internal organs from the external environment

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What systems does podiatrist work with

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Musculoskeletal system-> bones of the foot, muscles of lower leg and tendons and ligaments

Integumentary system-> skin e.g blisters

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Medicare podiatrist

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Yes if referred by a bulk billing GP
No otherwise

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PBS podiatrist

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Pain relief can be subsidised by PBS (prescribed creams and medications)

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PHI podiatrist

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Most covers include some coverage. Higher level of cover, more covered. May still incur a gap or have a threshold for claims e.g orthotics

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Diabetics and their feet podiatrist

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Over time, High BGL and high fat levels in blood from diabetes can damage your nerves.

High BGL can also damage small blood vessels that nourish your nerves with oxygen and nutrients. This is known as diabetic neuropathy

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What do optometrists do

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-detects defects in vision, signs of injury, ocular disease and problems with general health

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What will an optometrist do at an appointment

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-make a detailed examination of health of eyes
- prescribe spectacles or contact lenses including fitting and supplying glasses
- make referrals for ophthalmologist/ specialist advice is required

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What system optometrist

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Nervous, muscular and sensory system

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Muscular system eye

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Muscular system is connected to the eye that allows eye to turn and rotate in its socket

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Sensory system eye

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Part of nervous system and consists of sensory receptors that receive stimuli from internal and external environment

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How does the retina and optic nerve work together

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The retina detects light and turns it into electrical impulses-> impulses travel to optic nerve which sends the information to brain

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Long sightedness

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Can see things from distance but needs help to see things up close

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Short sightenedness

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Can see things close to face but need help seeing things from a distance

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Macular degeneration

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Causes loss in the centre of the field of vision

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Dry macular degeneration

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Develops slowly and causes gradual vision loss.

Caused by gradual loss of cells in retina.

Most common kind

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Wet macular degeneration

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Leads to rapid loss of central bison

Happens when abnormal blood vessels grow into macula and leak blood and fluid

Most serious kind

34
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Glaucoma

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A group of eye conditions that can cause blindness

Nerve connecting eye to brain is damaged due to high eye pressure

35
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Treatment glaucoma

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Lowering intraocular pressure

Treatment options includ prescription eye drops and laser treatment

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Medicare optometrist

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Medicare covers eyes tests once every 3 years if under 65yrs/ once a year if 65yrs +

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PBS optometrist

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-optometrists can write prescription medication that is covered by PBS for management of conditions

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PHI optometrist

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PHI can cover up to 100% of cost of prescription glasses (depending on level of cover)

May still incur a gap or have a threshold for claims

39
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What does a pyschologist do

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Educated in science of how people feel, behave and react

Provide help with issues such as anxiety, stress and depression

40
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Medicare psychologist

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Yes, if referred by a bulk billing GP

10 free sessions per year as a part of mental health care plan

41
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PBS psychologist

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Specific medications can be prescribed by a psychiatrist if referred to by a psychologist

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PHI psychologist

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Most PHI companies will have pyschologist appoints under their extras h/w depending on level of cover

43
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What body systems psychologist

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Nervous system-> brain and neruontransmitters

44
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Nerve cell description and function

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-Basic unit of nervous system( also known as neurons)
- transmit electrical signals

45
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Anxiety disorder

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Excessive and persistent feelings of fear or worry that can interfere with daily life

E.g panic disorder, social anxiety disorder

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Depression

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Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness and loss of interest and pleasure in activites

47
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PTSD

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Develops after experiencing a traumatic event
Includes nightmares, flashbacks

48
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OCD

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Repetitive behaviours that individuals feel compelled to perform

49
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Schizophrenia

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Hallucinations, delusions

50
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Eating disorders

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Distorted behaviours towards food, weight and body image

51
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ADHD

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Inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity

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What do paramedics do

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-transport to and from hospital
- pain relief medication
- check vitals
-attend medical emergencies e.g heart attack

53
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Importance of defib and CPR

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CPR and defibrillator->keep blood and oxygen moving around the body

54
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What systems paramedic

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Deal with acute injuries

Cardiovascular, respiratory and skeletal system

55
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Cardiovascular system paramedic

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To stop bleeding, will apply pressure around artery that is bledding-> decrease risk of haemorrhaging

56
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Respiratory system paramedic

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-produced rescue breaths
-clear airways
- use an oxygen mask

DO ALL THIS TO INCREASE OXYGEN REACHED TO LUNGS

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Paramedics skeletal system

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For fractures, paramedics may provide

-slings
-pain relief medication
-make a splint

58
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PHI paramedic

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Can cover the cost of ambulance transport if included in health cover

59
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What do pharmacists do

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-advice patients about medicines inc. how to take them and possible side affects
- provide free health care information
- provide consultation services e.g UTI, vaccinations and therapies to incr. existing healths
- dispense prescription medications

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Types of pharmacists

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-community
-consultant
-hospital
-industrial

61
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Medicare pharmacist

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Will cover cost of seeing a GP in public hospital who may write prescription for medication

62
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PBS pharmacist

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-can subsidise cost of some prescribed medication on PBS list which is updated each year

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PHI pharmacist

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-may cover the gap payment associated with seeing a private doctor who may write a prescription for certain medication (depending on level of cover)

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NSAIDs

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Medicines used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation and bring down high temp.

65
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NSAIDs examples

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Ibuprofen

Aspirin

66
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NSAIDs often used to relieve symptoms of

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  • headache
  • sprain and strain
  • cold and flu
67
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Mandible type of bone

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Irregular

68
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Sternum type of bone

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Flat

69
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Clavicle type of bone

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Long

70
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Scapula type of bone

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Flat

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Humerus, radius, ulna type of bone

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Long

72
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Carpals type of bone

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Short

73
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Metacarpals, femur, tibia, fibula type of bone

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Long

74
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Function of tibia, fibula, femur

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To provide movement through attachment to muscles

To produce RBC (bone marrow)

75
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Function of tibia, fibula, femur

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To provide movement through attachment to muscles

To produce RBC (bone marrow)

Health Revision First Units AHA (9 decks)

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