Heath Care Facilities
What is a Delivery System?
A facility or organization that provides health care services. EX.) hospital or clinics
how are government facilities supported ?
they are supported by taxes
What is the purpose of an organizational structure
help the facility to run smoothly
what is epidemiology
the study of diseases
Size, Ownership, services
What is the goal of the U.S department of health and human services
protects the health of american citizens
What are the four divisions within a healthcare facility
informational , support , diagnostic , therapeutic
Define Geriatric Care
Geriatric care management is the process of planning and coordinating care of the elderly and others with physical and/or mental impairments to meet their long term care needs, improve their quality of life, and maintain their independence for as long as possible.
What are some examples of medical offices.
Hospitals, clinics, blood banks, Radiology centers, etc..
what is the focus of non profit agencies
to promote public awareness and provide services to victims
what is line of authority
Responsibility along which orders are passed within the nursing department, the hospital, and between different units.
what are some different facility in geriatric care
adult daycare , independent living , retirement , nursing homes
what kinds of patients does a long term care facility serve?
Care for patients that can no longer live on there own.
what are some examples of non profit agencies ?
american cancer society , american heart association , American red cross
what is Interdependence
the connection between workers
what are factors of wellness
physical, emotional, spiritual , social,
what are the four health care delivery systems
Service, Consumers, Health Care Personal, Payment for service.
what is the World Health Organization ?
international agencies sponsored by the united nations
Daily Double
extra 300 points
What is cost containment
cost containment is the business practice of maintaining expense levels to prevent unnecessary spending or thoughtfully reducing expenses to improve profitability without long-term damage to the company.