GCE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE AS 5 - ADULT SERVICE USERS: THE BENGOA REPORT

A collection of vocabulary flashcards summarizing key concepts from the Bengoa Report on health and social care.

Workforce Difficulties

Challenges in recruiting and retaining staff in health and social care systems.

Locum & Agency Costs

Significant expenses that arise from hiring temporary staff, which detracts from funds available for service development.

Primary Care Workforce

The medical workforce that provides first contact care, which is insufficient to meet growing demand.

Social Care Workforce

The workforce involved in providing social care, including a significant independent sector presence, facing recruitment challenges.

Staff Morale

The level of satisfaction and motivation among staff, which is adversely affected by pressures related to staffing and workload.

Financial Sustainability

The ability of the health and care system to maintain adequate funding levels to continue delivering services without financial strain.

Integration of Health and Social Care

The need for greater cooperation between statutory providers and independent providers for better health outcomes.

Electronic Health (eHealth)

The use of electronic means to deliver health-related information, resources, and services.

Triple Aim Framework

A model focusing on improving patient experience, population health, and reducing healthcare costs.

Accountable Care Systems

Healthcare delivery models that emphasize accountability among providers for achieving high-quality care within a defined budget.