Health Science, chapter 2, Health Care Systems

What events have lead to changes in healthcare

wars, pandemics, new tack, changing demographics

What are some new health related changes

new drugs, revised treatments, emerging diseases.

Why must healthcare workers be aware of changes

to remain competent and ethical

What are some current trends in healthcare

cost containment, home healthcare, technology influence, societal status

What is cost containment

controlling rising healthcare costs while acheiving maximimun benefit for every dollar spent

When was the affordable healthcare act passed

2010

What are the 4 parts of the ACA

1)everyone must be insured

2)everyone has to play

3)govt will help pay

4)fairer rules

What is the goal of the ACA

to make healthcare cheaper and more accessable

What are 4 technological advancements that add to the cost of healthcare

organ transplants, artificial hearts, computer/scans, higher life expectancy bc of tech means more care

How does an aging pop mean an increase in HC prices

more pharmaceuticals, more chronic diseases, demand for HC has increased

What are health related lawsuits

lawsuits related to malpractice

What is defensive medicine

ordering unnecessary tests to avoid lawsuits

What are the consequences of high cost

limiting services to the wealthy and reducing access for he less fortunate

What is a diagnostic related group

congressional attempt to control medicare/aid costs, by having a set price for each condition

What are hospital acquired diseases

Diseases that you get during your hospital stay

What is medicare

care for elderly

What is Fee-per-service

Paying for each treatment

What is value based care

paying for a group of treatments in a bundle

What are HMOs and PPOs

help share services and lower cost per patient

What is the combination of services

agencies combine services to avoid duplication

What are outpatient services

receiving care without hospital admission

What u=is mass/bulk purchasing

purchasing a lot of materials, so it is less money overall

What are early intervention/preventative services

preventing illness is more cost effective than curing it

What is energy conservation

monitoring and reducing energy useage

What is the agency for Healthcare research and quality

They improve quality , affordability, and accessibility of HC

What is the role of HC workers

maintaining quality while minimizing waste

What is the role of HC consumers

be responsible, know options, prevent illness

What is home health care

services that can be provided at home instead of at a hospital

Advantages of Home HC

lower cost, familiar environment, promotes independence and recovery

What is the definition of geriatric care

care for the elderly

What is the goal of geriatric care

To ensure the elderly are healthy, happy, and social

What are 2 factors that contribute to the growth of geriatric care

longer life expectancy, baby boom

What are 4 examples of geriatric facilities or services

Adult day care, retirement communities, living facilities, long term care facillities

What is telemedicine

Using computers and other devices to provide HC services

What are 2 methods of Telemedicine

interactive video conferencing, transmission of imaging and data

What are the benefits of telemedicne

increased access to HC, less need to travel, quicker specialist connection

What are 3 applications of Telemedicine

monitoring for chronic conditions, follow up appointments, emergency services support

Define wellness

Keeping the whole body stable including feelings, brain, and soul

What are 5 different types of wellness

physical, emotional, social, mental, spiritual

What is the definition of CAM ( conventional alternative Methods) of HC

HC services not traditionally used but can be used with or alternatively to regular HC

6 examples of CAM therapy

ayurvedic, chinese practitioners, chiropractors, homeopaths, hypnopaths, naturopaths

What is pandemic prepardness

1) Where is disease

2) Inform public

3) Supplies

4) Vaccines

What are 2 examples of pandemics

influenza(1918) and COVID

What is biotechnology

use of genetic and biochem to develop technologies in HC

What are the benefits of Biotech

more effective treatments, personalized medicine for genetic profile.