Rationing (Epidemiology) Flashcards

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Define rationing

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Shortage of resources leading to people being denied, or having delayed access to services

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Define implicit rationing

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Decisions made, not necessarily through formalised structure, but on a case by case, adhoc basis informed by context. e.g. waiting list (traditional NHS approach)

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