Healthcare Settings and Roles

This set of flashcards covers key terms and concepts related to healthcare settings, roles, and responsibilities.

Long-term care

Healthcare services that provide ongoing medical care for individuals with chronic conditions.

Skilled care

Licensed nursing or therapy care ordered by a doctor, involving a treatment plan.

Chronic condition

A health issue that lasts a long period of time, often for a lifetime.

Assisted living

A residential setting for individuals who need assistance with daily care.

Home healthcare

Daily care provided at home for individuals who require assistance.

Sandwich generation

Individuals who care for both their children and aging relatives.

Acute care

Short-term medical care for serious illness or injury.

Subacute care

Care provided after the acute phase of illness or injury recovery.

Outpatient care

Medical care delivered to patients who are not admitted to a hospital.

Rehabilitation

Specialized care to restore or improve function after illness or injury.

Hospice care

Supportive care provided for individuals with a terminal illness.

Nursing assistant (NA)

Healthcare workers who assist with daily living activities but cannot perform certain medical tasks.

Empathetic

The ability to identify and understand others' feelings.

Dependable

Being responsible and reliable in following routines and being on time.

Holistic care

Care that addresses the whole person, including physical, mental, and emotional health.

Registered nurse (RN)

A licensed healthcare professional who provides care, monitors progress, and administers treatments.

Licensed practical nurse (LPN)

A nurse who provides skilled nursing care and administers treatments under supervision.

Advanced practice registered nurse (APRN)

An RN with advanced training who can diagnose and prescribe treatments.

Physician (MD)

A medical doctor who diagnoses and treats diseases and prescribes treatments.

Occupational therapist

A professional who evaluates and develops treatment plans to help individuals perform daily activities.

Speech-language pathologist (SLP)

A specialist who improves or overcomes speech problems and swallowing difficulties.

Registered dietitian (RD)

A nutrition expert who assesses dietary needs and develops nutrition care plans.

Respiratory therapist (RT)

A professional who provides care for patients with respiratory diseases or conditions.

Medical social worker (MSW)

A professional who provides support and counseling for patients and families.

Medication aide

A person who gives medication under the supervision of a licensed healthcare professional.

Chain of command

The hierarchy or line of authority in a healthcare facility to ensure proper care is delivered.

Five Rights of Delegation

Guidelines ensuring safe delegation of tasks in healthcare: Right task, Right circumstance, Right person, Right direction/communication, Right supervision/evaluation.