Adult Health Care Referral Guidelines (PG County Fire/EMS)

Vocabulary flashcards summarizing the key terms and concepts found in the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS General Order 05-04 on Adult Health Care Referral Guidelines.

Adult Health Care Referral Guidelines

Prince George’s County Fire/EMS General Order outlining how personnel can refer adults who make frequent emergency calls for potentially treatable conditions to appropriate County health agencies.

Prince George’s County Adult Health Services Home Health Agency

A branch of the County Health Department that provides home visits, nursing clinics, blood pressure checks, and health screenings for residents aged 18+, regardless of ability to pay.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel

Field providers who respond to medical emergencies and are responsible for identifying patients who may benefit from an Adult Health Services referral.

Frequent emergency care for recurrent conditions

Repeated 911 requests for the same medical issue (e.g., uncontrolled seizures or diabetic episodes) that may indicate inadequate home health practices.

Home health care practices

Day-to-day medical management performed in a patient’s residence; deficiencies can trigger an Adult Health Services referral.

Adult Protective Services (APS)

The County office contacted by EMS or station officers at 301-808-5624 to request an adult home health evaluation.

EMS Duty Officer

Supervisor who reviews field findings and coordinates the referral call to Adult Protective Services.

Intake worker

Adult Health Services staff member who notifies the patient of the referral and schedules a home visit.

Home health evaluation

An assessment performed by Adult Health Services to determine a patient’s needs and arrange appropriate in-home or agency care.

Nursing clinics for senior citizens

Community clinics run by Adult Health Services offering routine nursing care and health education for older adults.

High blood pressure and health screening

Preventive services provided in the community by Adult Health Services to detect and manage chronic conditions.

Interagency Coordination

Collaboration among Fire/EMS, Adult Health Services, and other County agencies to secure ongoing care for patients identified in the field.