JP 4-02 HEALTH SERVICE SUPPORT OPERATIONS, CH 2 Flashcards
What is a JFS?
Joint Forces Surgeon
A what level should the JFS be assigned in a JTC?
All levels to ensure a continuity of services
Who is responsible for overseeing the implementation of programs and processes that promote and sustain a healthy and fit force?
Joint Forces Surgeon
Who is responsible for coordinating all force health protection programs for the JTF?
The Office of the JFS
What is the topic of JP 4-02 chapter 2?
Health Service Support operations
What is the mission of health service support operations?
To minimize the effects of wounds, injuries, diseases, etc
What is level 5 care?
Definitive care includes the full range of acute convalescent, restorative, and rehabilitative care
What are the components of Health Service Support Operations?
Conformity, Responsiveness, Flexibility, Mobility, Continuity, and Coordination
What is PMI?
Patient Movement Item
What is considered level 2 care?
At a minimum, includes physician-directed resuscitation and stabilization and may include advanced trauma management, emergency medical procedures, and forward resuscitative surgery.
What is considered level 3 care?
Clinical capabilities normally found in a facility that is typically located in a reduced-level enemy threat environment.
What is considered level 4 care?
Surgical capabilities found at Level III, this level also provides rehabilitative and recovery therapy for those who can RTD within the theater patient movement policy.
What is the preferred method of patient movement?
Air
What is the purpose of appointing a Joint Forces Surgeon?
To assist JFC’s at each level in supervising their FHP responsibilities
Primary OBJECTIVE of HSS?
Conserve the fighting strength of the forces
