Systems
Systems achieve their goal by maintaining ___________________ between its parts.
balance
What does OSHA stand for?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
What type of healthcare facility provides care for patients who need immediate treatment for serious injury or illness?
Emergency Room (acute care facility also works)
What does "HMO" stand for in the context of health insurance?
Health Maintenance Organization.
What does USPHS stand for?
United States Public Health Service
True or false: In the US, healthcare can be publicly or privately funded.
True
Name one function of the World Health Organization (WHO).
It coordinates international health efforts, sets health standards, and provides support in health emergencies.
What is the primary function of a long-term care facility?
To provide ongoing medical and personal care for patients who cannot care for themselves.
Name one difference between an HMO and a PPO.
HMOs typically require patients to choose a primary care physician and get referrals for specialists, while PPOs offer more flexibility in choosing healthcare providers
Explain the role of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in healthcare settings.
OSHA sets and enforces workplace safety and health regulations to protect workers in various industries, including healthcare.
What makes up the healthcare delivery system?
government agencies and healthcare facilities
What is the role of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in healthcare?
It regulates the safety and effectiveness of medications, vaccines, and medical devices in the U.S.
What does outpatient healthcare refer to?
no hospital stay required
What is the purpose of a deductible in health insurance plans?
It's the amount of money the insured person must pay out-of-pocket before the insurance company starts paying for covered services.
Name two volunteer healthcare agencies.
the American Cancer Society
the Muscular Dystrophy Association
the National Alliance on Mental Illness
the American Red Cross
What are the two major systems involved in US healthcare?
Healthcare delivery system and healthcare payment system
What does CDC stand for, and what is its primary role?
CDC stands for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; it monitors and responds to public health threats in the U.S.
Give 1 difference between a nonprofit hospital and a government-owned hospital.
Nonprofit- traditional, more widely spread and used, often associated with charity or religious organization
Government-owned- high amount of free care, receive significant funding from local, state, and federal governments
Define "copayment" (copay) in the context of health insurance.
It's a fixed amount paid by the insured person at the time of receiving medical service, with the insurance covering the rest
Name two specialty services that a patient might need a referral for.
cancer, orthopedics, mental health conditions, burns
Define system.
an organized structure with many parts that work together to carry out a particular function
What does NIH stand for, and what is its primary focus?
NIH stands for National Institutes of Health; it conducts medical research to improve health and save lives.
Differentiate between a long-term care facility and assisted living in terms of medical care.
Long-term care- require more round-the-clock care than assisted living
What is the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and what are some of its key provisions?
The ACA is a U.S. law aimed at increasing access to health insurance coverage, improving affordability, and enhancing healthcare quality.
Why would someone require a trauma center?
gunshot wound, motor vehicle accident, falls, assaults