Primary Health Care and Primary Care Review

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to Primary Health Care and Primary Care, as outlined in the lecture notes.

Primary Health Care (PHC)

A broad approach to health prioritizing prevention, equity, and community participation.

Primary Care

The front-line clinical and public health service level where most people first access care.

Equity and Social Justice in PHC

Providing more support to groups with higher need, risk, or lower access.

Community Participation

Involving community members as partners in identifying needs and implementing solutions.

Intersectoral Collaboration

Coordination between health and non-health sectors to address health problems.

Appropriate Technology

Methods that are scientifically sound, affordable, acceptable, and feasible for the community.

Health Education

Information about prevailing health problems and prevention methods offered in communities.

Essential PHC Services

Services that address common community health needs including maternal and child health care.

Core Attributes of Primary Care

Accessibility, comprehensiveness, continuity, coordination, and people-centered care.

Universal Health Coverage (UHC)

A health reform aimed to improve access, prevent complications, and reduce hospital use.

Prevention Levels

Levels of prevention: primordial, primary, secondary, and tertiary, addressing different stages of risk.

Program Integration in PHC

Combining multiple health programs to meet community needs and ensure continuity.

Documentation in Primary Care

Keeping client records, program registers, and referral records for tracking services.

Common Pitfalls in PHC

Neglect of prevention, poor record-keeping, lack of community participation, and weak referral loops.

Simple Summary of PHC

PHC is focused on equity and participation, while primary care is comprehensive and coordinated care.