Overview of Health Care Team and Cost Efficient Care

These flashcards cover the main concepts surrounding the health care team, the importance of cost efficiency, and definitions related to patient care.

Health care team

A group of different workers who have contact with the patient, contributing to their care from registration to discharge.

Cost efficient care

Providing quality care while minimizing unnecessary spending and waste.

Optimal level of functioning

The best possible state of health for a patient as determined after treatment, which may not be the same as their condition prior to hospitalization.

Health care provider

Any individual legally authorized to write medical orders in a given state.

Quality care

Healthcare that meets established standards and effectively addresses a patient's health needs.