Patient-Centered Care — Assistive Care Scope of Practice (Outcome 4.1)

Patient-Centered Care

A care approach focusing on the individual's unique needs, preferences, and values.

Change in Condition

Any new or worsening sign, symptom, behavior, or ability compared to an individual’s usual baseline.

Baseline

The typical state or condition of an individual, representing what is normal for them.

Documentation

The written record of observations and actions taken regarding a patient's condition.

Objective Data

Information that is measurable or observable, rather than influenced by personal feelings.

Subjective Data

Information that is based on what the patient reports, including symptoms and feelings.

SBAR

A communication tool that stands for Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation.

Interdisciplinary Team (IDT)

A group of professionals from different specialties working together towards shared goals for an individual.

Plan of Care

A structured document outlining an individual’s needs, goals, and the interventions to be taken.

Long-Term Care (LTC)

Supportive care for individuals who cannot live independently over an extended period.

Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

A facility providing a higher level of nursing and rehabilitation services, often post-hospitalization.

Acute Care Hospital

A healthcare setting focused on diagnosing and treating short-term, serious conditions.

Emergency Department (ED)

A department for rapid evaluation and stabilization of urgent or life-threatening problems.

Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

A specialized unit providing continuous high-level monitoring and support for critically ill patients.

Outpatient Care

Medical care that does not require an overnight stay in a hospital.

Assisted Living

A residential setting offering support for individuals who need help with daily activities.

Home Health

Healthcare services provided in a patient's home for recovery or chronic condition management.

Hospice Care

Specialized care focused on providing comfort and support to individuals nearing the end of life.

Palliative Care

Care focused on relieving symptoms and improving quality of life for patients with serious illnesses.

Nephrologist

A specialist in kidney health and diseases.

Cardiologist

A specialist focused on diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions.

Pulmonologist

A specialist in lung and respiratory disorders.

Gastroenterologist

A specialist in digestive system disorders.

Dermatologist

A specialist in skin, hair, and nail conditions.

Endocrinologist

A specialist in hormone-related disorders.

Neurologist

A specialist in brain and nervous system disorders.

Oncologist

A medical specialist focused on cancer treatment and management.