ADGs
What is guideline 1?
To achieve and maintain a healthy weight, be physically active and choose amounts of nutritious food and drinks to meet your energy needs.
can be translated, apply to all ages, visual rep of ADGs 2 and 3, range of foods, backed by research
What are two services covered by medicare
access to priv hospital care
choice of doctor
shorter waiting times
PHI incentives
What are two of the four aspects of individual plans
access to mainstream services, engaging in communities, maintain informal support from family and friends, receive reasonable funded supports
What is guideline 2
Enjoy a wide variety of nutritious foods from the following five groups every day and drink plenty of water.
What is one limitation of the guides to healthy eating?
no serving sizes, does not make provisions for composite foods, no specific advice for dietary conditions
Name two services that aren't covered by Medicare
Allied health, private hospital costs, most dental care, in home nursing, ambulance services, alternative medicines
A discount that insurers can offer to those aged 18–29 years old. The discount can be from 2-10% (2% per year under 30) and was introduced to attract young people to private health insurance.
What are two examples of supports that may be placed in a home for someone on the NDIS?
What is guideline 3
Limit intake of foods containing saturated fat, added salt, added sugars and alcohol.
What are two evaluations that could be used for the effectiveness of food selection models
ease of understanding, access, sustainability, inclusiveness, effectiveness, relevance
Explain how the PBS promotes equity?
Medicare safety net - allowing more people who often have out of pocket costs to access concessional rates
How does PHI promote sustainability?
Reduces the strain on the public system meaning that more people can access these services into the future as they are not overused
Age (under 65), residence (aus citizen or special category visa), disability (lifelong impairment limiting participation and requiring ongoing support)