Quiz 1 Flashcards
What are some challenges to Healthcare?
Costs of healthcare
Access to healthcare
Quality and safety
What are the levels of care?
Preventative
primary
secondary
tertiary
restorative
continuing healthcare
What level of care focuses on disease prevention and controlling risk factors for disease?
Preventative care
3 examples of preventative care?
Screenings
immunizations
wellness visits
What focuses on improving health for an entire population?
Primary care
Diagnoses and treatment of common illnesses and management of chronic health issues
Primary care
What would an ER and outpatient surgery be considered?
Secondary care
What are examples of tertiary care?
Intensive unit, psychiatric unit, cardiologists, dermatologists
Speciality care
When does the discharge process occur?
At admission
What type of care is to regain maximal function and enhance quality of life?
restorative care
What is extended care?
Intermediate care
Patients recovering but do not need to be in the hospital anymore
A patient is recovering from a car accident. He no longer needs hospital care, but he is not physically ready to go home yet. What do you anticipate is the best option?
Extended care
What is assisted living?
Nursing care but not around the clock
More like a home
Need some assistance with some ADLs
What care is a break for caregivers overnight care home or centers?
Respite Care
