services. Flashcards
what is the responsibility of: a pharmacist?
give advice and dispense medications.
what is the responsibility of: GP/ Dr?
treat/ refer patients. diagnose/ examen. listen, record notes and administer.
what is the responsibility of: walk-in-centre?
routine and urgent treatment for minor injuries.
what is the responsibility of: out-of-hours GP/ Dr?
advise, dispense, treat, examen, administer, record notes.
what is the responsibility of: A&E department?
attention for life threatening conditions?
what is the responsibility of: Dentist?
look after the health of mouths/ oral care. preventative care and treatment of mouth and teeth.
what is the responsibility of: optician?
look after health of eyes. dispense spectacles and optical aids.
define secondary care.
services that provide specialist medical care.
define primary care.
first point of contact in the healthcare system.
define referral.
request made to a health or social care agency in the UK for assistance or a specific action.
define allied healthcare professionals.
someone who is a specialist in a particular field or occupation.
what are some examples of primary care?
dentist, pharmacist, 111, GP practice/ surgery, ambulance service, A&E department, optician, walk-in-centre, out-of-hours GP.
secondary jobs: what does this job specialise in: cardiology?
heart.
secondary jobs: what does this job specialise in: paediatrics?
children.
secondary jobs: what does this job specialise in: dermatology?
skin.
