Patient
Who receives healthcare?
The patient.
Who takes a patient's vital signs?
A medical assistant or nurse.
Where can people get a checkup?
A clinic or primary care office.
What helps pay for healthcare?
Health insurance.
What does HIPAA help protect?
HIPAA helps protect patients' private health information.
Name one way patients participate in their care.
Ask questions, share concerns, or help make decisions.
Name one healthcare professional.
A doctor, nurse, medical assistant, pharmacist, or specialist.
Name one place healthcare is provided.
A hospital, clinic, pharmacy, or laboratory.
Name one public health coverage program.
Medicare, Medicaid, or CHIP.
Why should patient information stay private?
To protect privacy and maintain trust.
Why should patients share their symptoms?
To help the care team understand their health needs and provide appropriate care.
Why must healthcare workers communicate?
To coordinate care, share important information, and prevent mistakes.
What services do hospitals provide?
Hospitals provide services such as emergency care, surgeries, testing, and inpatient treatment.
What is a deductible?
A deductible is the amount a patient pays for covered services before insurance starts paying according to the plan.
What is patient confidentiality?
Patient confidentiality means keeping a patient's private information secure and sharing it only when authorized or permitted.
What is informed consent?
Informed consent is when a patient understands a procedure or treatment and agrees to it.
What does a medical assistant do?
A medical assistant takes vital signs, prepares patients for appointments, and helps with clinical and administrative tasks.
Why might a patient need a specialist?
A patient may need a specialist for a specific health condition or medical concern.
What is a copayment?
A copayment is a set amount a patient pays for a covered healthcare service.
Why should patients ask questions about treatment?
Asking questions helps patients understand their treatment and make informed decisions
Why is patient-centered care important?
Patient-centered care helps ensure care meets the patient's needs, preferences, and concerns.
How does teamwork help prevent mistakes?
Teamwork improves communication, helps prevent errors, and keeps patients safer.
How do clinics and hospitals work together?
Clinics and hospitals work together through referrals, testing, treatment, and follow-up care.
Why might a patient still pay money with insurance?
Patients may still pay premiums, deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance.
How can healthcare workers protect patient safety?
Healthcare workers can protect patient safety by following procedures, checking patient information, communicating clearly, and protecting confidential information.