PSW Ch. 3 Flashcards
True/False
Retirement residences are financed by the government
False
Definition
Serves people and families living with progressive and life-threatening illness
Palliative care
True/False
In a community day program, the support worker works independently
False
works with everyone
What is another term for acute care
Convalescent care
A chronic illness is described as..
- Ongoing
- May worsen overtime
- Usually has no cure
An acute illness is described as..
- Appears suddenly
- Lasts a short period
- Comes with severe symptoms
Definition
Provides services to people who cannot care for themselves at home but do not need hospital care
Long-term care
Definition
Provides temporary care for a person who needs a high level of support
Respite care
Definition
Provides services to people with immediate health issues
Acute care
Definition
Provides rehabilitation for people recovering from surgery or injury
Subacute care
Definition
Provides therapies and education designed to restore or improve an individuals independence
Rehabilitation care
Definition
Provides services for people with mental health disorders
Mental health care
Definition
Provides care to people in their homes
Home care
whats types of services do community day programs offer?
respite, rehabilitation, recreational activities, counseling for people who have mental impairments
a live-in facility provides care to people who…
cannot care for themselves at home, requires basic care but not acute care
