Medical institutions
What is the difference between a hospital and a polyclinic?
A hospital provides in-patient treatment; a polyclinic provides out-patient care
What is an in-patient department?
A department where patients stay for treatment day and night.
Where do patients go to take blood tests?
To the laboratory.
What departments can we find in a polyclinic?
Registration desk, laboratory, diagnostic department, specialists.
How is it different from an out-patient department?
Out-patients go home; in-patients stay in hospital.
What documents does a patient need to visit a doctor in a polyclinic?
An ID card and medical card (and insurance if required).
Why do people usually visit a polyclinic first, not a hospital?
Because a polyclinic is for primary care and first examination.
Who decides if a patient must stay in hospital?
A doctor decides this.
Why is the appointment system important in a polyclinic?
To avoid long queues and organize patient flow
Which specialist do you visit if you have problems with your vision?
An ophthalmologist
Why is observation of patients important?
To monitor the patient’s condition.
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What is the function of the diagnostic room?
To examine patients using equipment (X-ray, ultrasound, etc.).
How often should vital signs be checked?
Several times a day (usually morning and evening, or as prescribed).
Who works in the registration desk and what do they do?
A registrar works there and registers patients, gives appointments, and medical cards.