Introduction to podiatry unit 1 Flashcards
What is podiatry and what is a podiatrist
Podiatry is a branch of medicine that focuses on assessment, diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the foot and lower limb.
A podiatrist is a Healthcare professional who practices podiatric Medicine.
List the 9bones of the lower limb
Pelvis
Hip joint
Femur
Patella (kneecap)
Tibia
Fibula
Tarsals
Metatarsal
Phalanges
Which one lies more medially between the tibia and fibula
The tibia
List the tarsals in order and from medial to lateral order
Calcaneus
Cuboid
Navicular
Lateral, intermediate and medial cuneiforms
Which group of bones lie distal or caudal to the tarsals/cuneiforms
The 5 metatarsal.
In the metatarsal to tip of the toe direction, list the order of the 3 bones that form each phalanges
Proximal
Middle
Distal
Is the first metatarsal on the Halux side or not…
True it is on the side of the big toe
Go to phone notes and label the foot
Answer on notes or internet
What is podiatry formerly known as
Chiropody which means foot physician
What is the difference between Chiropods and podiatrists
Chiropods treated both hands and feet while our scope of practice is the lower limb and foot.
True or false
The term podiatry was first used in America, USA in 1914 and in 1980 in South Africa
False, in South Africa it was first used in 1984
Which year was podiatry formerly introduced to South Africa (UJ)
1977
Between which years was podiatry changed from national diploma to a degree course B.tech podiatry
Between 1988 and 1989
When did Bachelor of health science in podiatry start
2020
list 3 abilities of a podiatrist
1.diagnose, treat and advice on injuries or problems of the lower limb and foot
2. give advice about suitable footwear, self care and problem prevention
3.monitoring foot health of diabetic patients.
what is meant by Scope of practice and what is the scope of practice of podiatrists.
services that a qualified healthcare professional is deemed competent to perfom. our scope of practice is to treat corns, warts, ingrown toenails and bunions.
what term describes the lifelong commitment to sound professional and ethical practices, and dedication to the best interests of society.
profession
what does HPCSA stand for and what is its role
Health Professions Council Of South Africa, is the governing body which sets out medical ethics in south africa, which every healthcare practitioner should adhere to.
define medical ethics
system of moral principles that apply values and judgements to the practice of medicine.
list the 4 medical ethics in south africa
N-non maleficence
Justice
Autonomy
Beneficence
describe autonomy
the patient has the right to choose or refuse their treatment
describe non-maleficence
healthcare practitioners should not harm or act against the best interests of the patient.
describe beneficence
healthcare practitioner should act in the best interest of the patient
describe justice
fair and equal distribution of scarce medical resources
which other nine medical ethics did HPCSA add and explain “respect for persons” and “human rights”
respect for persons,
human rights,
integrity,
truthfulness,
confidentiality,
compassion,
tolerance,
community
and professional competence and self-improvement.
respect for persons- healthcare-practitioners should respect patients as persons.
human rights- healthcare practitioners should recognize human rights of patients.
what does PASA stand for and what does it do.
Podiatry Association of South Africa. it is a non-profit organisation that aims to
Provide all south africans with essential podiatry services
Affordably structure pricing to ensure good foot and lower limb healthcare
Serve its members
Advice the public about podiatry
According to the White Paper, what is the aim of the health care sector policy
- Decrease rate of disease( morbidity) and mortality
- Revatilize public hospitals
- Accelerate delivery of primary health care
- Improve quality of care
- Enhance communication between health care providers and users.
- Strengthening cooperation with international partners.
Which one is the first line of access for people needing Healthcare services
Primary Healthcare clinics
What is the difference between district hospitals and tertiary level academic hospitals
District hospitals is where people are referred to from primary Healthcare clinics when they need more sophisticated treatment and academic hospitals is where people go for advanced diagnostic procedures and treatments.
What other functions does academic hospitals serve
They are a place of training for Healthcare providers
What are the 3 main features of primary healthcare
- They deal with continous care for all unselected health problems of people of all groups.
- They deal with early signs and symptoms and combine care, cure and prevention.
3.they act as a navigation hub of the patient in the Healthcare system
Define social determinants in health
Circumstances in which people are born, grow up, live, work and age and the systems put in place to deal with illnesses.
Identify and discuss predominant social determinants of Healthcare in South Africa
1.Individual factors - AGE GENDER GENETICS
2.Individual behaviors - EXERCISE DIET ADDICTION
3.Public services and infrastructure- EDUCATION COMMUNITY CENTER PARKS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT HEALTH CARE TRANSPORTATION
4.Living and working conditions -HOUSING DISEASE VECTORS WAGE ACCESS TO FOOD WORKING ENVIRONMENT NOISE JOBS AIR, SOIL AND WATER QUALITY
5.Social, economic and political factors - RACISM SOCIAL COHESION POLITICAL PARTICIPATION SEGREGATION INEQUALITY AND POVERTY
