Medical Inventions 1
Ethical code of medicine created by Hippocrates.
Hippocratic oath
When was the first eyeglasses invented?
1300
Treats diseases of the skin
Dermatologist
Who are government hospitals for?
Veterans, military personnel, and dependents
Is health insurance required by law?
No, but it is highly recommended.
When was CPR developed?
1960
When was the first medical thermometer invented?
1867
Uses X-rays and radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
Radiologist
What services do specialty hospitals provide?
Care for specific conditions/age groups (burns, cancer, pediatrics)
How long can you remain on your parents' health insurance?
Until you're 26
What device did Rene Laennec invent in 1816, used to listen to the heart and lungs?
The sthethoscope
When was the first heart transplant sucessfully performed?
1967
Specializes in treating gums and supporting bone.
Peridontist
What is ambulatory care?
Care/procedure that does not require an overnight stay. (Less than 24 hours)
What are deductibles, copays, coinsurance, and out of pocket maximum?
Deductibles - The Amount you pay before insurance starts covering. Copay - fixed amount you pay for specific services. Coinsurance - Percentage of the cost you pay for (ex: 20%). Out of Out-of-pocket maximum - The most you'll pay in one year for covered services
Where was aspirin invented?
Germany
Who discovered the ECG(Electrocardiogram)?
Willem Einthoven
Diagnoses and treats mental illness; can prescribe medication.
Psychiatrist
What is home health care? And who is it commonly used by?
Care is provided in a patient's home. Commonly used by elderly and disabled patients.
What is the difference between Medicare and Medicaid?
Medicare is for people 65+ and young people with certain disabilities. Medicaid is for low-income individuals and families.
Who discovered the medical use of X-rays?
Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen
Who was the first woman to earn a medical degree in the U.S.?
Elizabeth Blackwell
Specializes in treating diseases and injuries of muscles and bones.
Orthopedist
What is the difference between assisted living and nursing homes ( residential care facilities)?
Nursing homes( residential care facilities) care for individuals unable to care for themselves, while assisted living provides meals, transportation, and housekeeping (services) for those who can take care of themselves.
What are the 5 factors that affect prememiums?
Age, Location, Tobacco use, Individual vs. family plan, Plan category (how much you pay vs how much insurance pays)