WEEK 11/12 - GROUP PRESENTATIONS Flashcards
List 1 way that waiting periods affect a patients overall experience with healthcare services
Can lead to overcrowded hospitals and physicians may rush medical assessments
List 1 consequence of delayed healthcare on the progression of medical conditions
Can affect physical and mental health
List 1 initiative that is being used to overcome the issue of long wait times
Ontario Medical Association (advocacy and new care model
List one way in which the financial burden affects quality of life when public coverage has limitations
There is a lack of affordability and prolonged wait times
List one initiative that is taken to address disparities created by the financial burden due to limitations in public coverage
OHIP and Canada Health Act
List one health risk that is associated with physical inactivity
cardiovascular diseases
List one way physical inactivity strains the healthcare system in a broader way?
Increases healthcare costs and wait times
List one initiative that aims at raising awareness about the importance of regular physical activity
Public Health Agency and WHO
List 1 issue or challenge facing the aging population in health care
Average wait of 6 months for long term care
List one way the aging population affects the healthcare system
Longer more frequent stay which means more staffing is needed
List 1 initiative that is taken to create a more supportive future for the aging population
Government of Ontario Guide
List one specific health condition that may become worse due to limited access to care
health deterioration or hernia to an emergency surgery
List 1 way in which delayed care may impact the healthcare system in the long run
Wait times and availability of services
List one innovation or strategy that is used to mitigate the difficulties in accessing care
Telehealth or more walk in clinics
List 1 issue/challenge facing individuals with disabilities
Have a higher chance of overall poorer health
List one way those with disabilities population affects the healthcare system
More strain on staff to physically aid the patient since there is inaccessible health care facilities and equipment
List 1 initive that society is using to create a more inclusive and supportive future for those with disabilities
Ontario disability support program ( helps provide employment, income, support and resources)
List 1 issue facing individuals with chronic disease
High blood pressure, obesity, high wait times
List 1 way the population of those with chronic disease affect the healthcare system
Higher wait times, less staffing
List one unitive to help those with chronic disease
The Canadian Lung Association
List one issue facing individuals with mental health conditions
Stigma, bullying, self blame
List one way those living with a mental health condition affects the healthcare system
usually long wait times, access to long term care is poor (98 days)
List one initiative that is taken to help those with mental health issues
Mental Health and Addictions centre of Excellence
List 1 association/correlation between staff shortages and patient outcomes/healthcare services
Longer wait times, fewer healthcare facilities in rural areas
