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section 2 Flashcards

1
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What is the primary goal of the healthcare ecosystem?

A

To improve health outcomes for individuals and communities.

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True or False: The healthcare ecosystem includes only hospitals and clinics.

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False

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Name one key component of the healthcare ecosystem.

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Providers, payers, patients, or technology.

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What role do healthcare providers play in the ecosystem?

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They deliver medical services to patients.

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Fill in the blank: The _____ are responsible for financing healthcare services.

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payers

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fill in the blank the __ is a comprehensive healthcare reform law enacted in March 2010.

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Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA)

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a stakeholder in the healthcare ecosystem? A) Patients B) Providers C) Retailers D) Payers

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C) Retailers

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What is the significance of patient engagement in the healthcare ecosystem?

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It leads to better health outcomes and satisfaction.

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True or False: Technology plays a minimal role in the healthcare ecosystem.

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False

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What is the purpose of electronic health records (EHRs)?

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To store and manage patient health information digitally.

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Fill in the blank: The _____ focuses on preventive care and improving population health.

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public health sector

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What is a key challenge faced by the healthcare ecosystem?

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Rising costs and access to care.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of healthcare provider? A) Hospital B) Insurance Company C) Pharmacy D) All of the above

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A) Hospital

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What does the term ‘value-based care’ refer to?

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A healthcare delivery model that compensates providers based on patient health outcomes.

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True or False: The healthcare ecosystem is static and does not change over time.

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False

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What is the role of pharmaceutical companies in the healthcare ecosystem?

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To research, develop, and distribute medications.

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Fill in the blank: The _____ provides guidelines and regulations for healthcare practices.

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government

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18
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What is telemedicine?

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The use of technology to provide medical care remotely.

19
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a payer? A) Doctor B) Health Insurance Company C) Patient D) Hospital

A

B) Health Insurance Company

20
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What is the primary function of a health information exchange (HIE)?

A

To allow the sharing of patient information across different healthcare organizations.

21
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True or False: The patient is a passive participant in the healthcare ecosystem.

A

False

22
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What is a care coordinator’s role in the healthcare ecosystem?

A

To help manage a patient’s care across multiple providers.

23
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is responsible for establishing healthcare policies and regulations.

A

government

24
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What does ‘patient-centered care’ emphasize?

A

Respecting and responding to individual patient preferences, needs, and values.

25
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a benefit of integrated care? A) Improved patient outcomes B) Reduced healthcare costs C) Increased provider competition D) Enhanced patient experience

A

C) Increased provider competition

26
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What is the role of non-profit organizations in the healthcare ecosystem?

A

They provide support, education, and advocacy for patients and communities.

27
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True or False: Preventive care is an important aspect of the healthcare ecosystem.

A

True

28
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What is the purpose of clinical guidelines?

A

To provide evidence-based recommendations for patient care.

29
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Fill in the blank: The _____ seeks to reduce health disparities among different populations.

A

health equity movement

30
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What is an accountable care organization (ACO)?

A

A group of healthcare providers that work together to deliver coordinated care to patients.

31
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes ‘health literacy’? A) Understanding medical terminology B) Ability to access and understand health information C) Knowledge of healthcare regulations D) Experience in the healthcare field

A

B) Ability to access and understand health information

32
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What is the primary focus of the social determinants of health?

A

The conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age.

33
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True or False: All healthcare ecosystems are the same across different countries.

A

False

34
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What is medicare?

A

health insurance for people over age 65 and people on social security disability

35
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Fill in the blank: _____ funds paid to providers for services rendered

A

reimbursement

36
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What is the significance of interdisciplinary teams in healthcare?

A

They enhance collaboration and improve patient outcomes.

37
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a barrier to accessing healthcare? A) Availability B) Cost C) Transportation D) All of the above

A

D) All of the above

38
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What does the term ‘population health’ refer to?

A

The health outcomes of a group of individuals and the distribution of those outcomes within the group.

39
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True or False: The healthcare ecosystem does not include mental health services.

A

False

40
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What is the role of community health workers in the healthcare ecosystem?

A

To bridge the gap between healthcare providers and the community.

41
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Fill in the blank: _____ care focuses on treating patients with complex health needs.

A

Complex care

42
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What is the importance of patient safety in the healthcare ecosystem?

A

To prevent harm and ensure quality care.

43
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Multiple Choice: Who is primarily responsible for making healthcare decisions? A) Providers B) Patients C) Insurers D) Governments

A

B) Patients

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