Health Science Test 1 Study Guide

Vocabulary flashcards covering the historical development of healthcare, insurance terms, medical scientists, and lifespan statistics.

Roman Innovation (753 BC - 800AD)

The historical period during which the first example of public health systems were established.

Egyptian era

The period of medical advancement credited with the first medical records.

Chinese medicine era

The era recognized for introducing a holistic approach and the first pharmacy.

Primitive Times

The earliest civilization period marked by religious healing ceremonies, spiritual beliefs about illness, and an average lifespan of 20 years.

HMO

A health insurance model that provides doctors with limited options for the patient.

PPO

A health insurance model that lets patients choose what care to get and provides more freedom in choosing a doctor.

Deductible

The amount you pay for your health bill before insurance can cover the rest.

DRG

A system that helps control costs for Medicare and Medicaid.

Co-payment

The amount you pay your health insurance company so they can provide assistance.

Hypprocotes (Hippocrates)

Known as the Father of Medicine; established a medical system and the Four Humors Theory.

Florence Nightingale

The individual known for pioneering Modern Nursing.

Edward Jenner

The scientist who discovered the Smallpox vaccine.

Gabriel Fahrenheit

The scientist who invented the thermometer.

William Harvey

The scientist credited with the discovery of blood circulation.

Andreas Vesalius

The scientist who created the first anatomy book.

Antonie van Leeuwenhoek

The scientist who invented the microscope.

Greek Medicine (Lifespan)

A historical period with an average lifespan of 25-35 years.

Renaissance/Revolution (Lifespan)

A historical period with an average lifespan of 30-40 years.

19th Century (Lifespan)

A historical period with an average lifespan of 40-60 years.

21st Century (Lifespan)

A historical period with an average lifespan of 60-70 years and a strong emphasis on advancing genetic medicine.

Cost containment

The actions and plans used by a business or organization to control or lower its expenses without lowering the quality of its work, products, or services.

Holistic medicine

An approach to healthcare that considers the whole person—including the body, mind, spirit, and emotions—in the quest for optimal health.

Medieval Period

The period in which vaccines were introduced according to the study notes.

Microscope

The invention that allowed scientists to see objects too small to see with the naked eye.