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What does AHS stand for?
Army Health System
Which of the following is NOT one of the principles of the Army Health System?
The Army Health System is responsible for Health Service Support (HSS) and Force Health Protection (FHP).
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What is included in the 10 Medical Functions of the Army Health System?
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Name one of the roles of the Army Health System.
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Health Service Support (HSS) includes casualty care, including: patient treatment, hospitalization, and ________.
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What is the main goal of Force Health Protection (FHP)?
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How many functional areas are there in the Army Health System?
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Which role provides immediate lifesaving measures and first care a soldier receives?
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What is the purpose of the Medical Logistics system in the Army Health System?
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Theater Evacuation Policy determines how long patients can be held in a theater for treatment.
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Which task is NOT part of Medical Evacuation?
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Study Notes
Army Health System Overview
- The Army Health System (AHS) is a key component of the Department of Defense's Military Health System, providing vital health service support and force health protection.
- AHS operates through 10 medical functions and is categorized into four roles of medical care, creating a "System of Systems" that is interrelated and interdependent.
Key Principles of AHS
- Flexibility, control, mobility, conformity, continuity, and proximity are fundamental principles guiding the AHS.
Medical Functions of AHS
- 10 medical functions include:
- Medical Mission Command
- Medical Treatment (Organic & Area Support)
- Hospitalization
- Medical Evacuation
- Preventive Medicine
- Dental Services
- Veterinary Services
- Medical Logistics
- Combat & Operational Stress Control (COSC)
- Medical Laboratory Services
Health Service Support (HSS)
- HSS comprises support services to enhance the mental and physical well-being of Army personnel, involving patient treatment, hospitalization, dental care, and medical evacuation.
Force Health Protection (FHP)
- FHP focuses on measures to ensure Soldiers’ health, preventing injuries and illnesses through various programs addressing preventive medicine, dental services, and more.
AHS Roles
- Role 1: Immediate lifesaving measures at the Battalion Aid Station, providing emergency medical treatment and evacuation.
- Role 2: Medical Company support offering advanced trauma management, mental health services, and the ability to hold patients for limited periods.
- Role 3: Combat Support Hospital provides advanced surgical care and initial postoperative treatment.
- Role 4: Definitive Care offers a full range of medical services in safe locations.
Medical Evacuation
- A vital system linking various care roles, ensuring patients are treated, stabilized, and moved to appropriate facilities.
Theater Evacuation Policy
- Establishes maximum days for holding patients in theater, affected by recommendations from the Secretary of Defense and combatant commander.
Impact of Evacuation Policy
- Short policies lead to fewer hospital beds in theater but require more CONUS support, while long policies necessitate increased AHS infrastructure and resources.
Medical Regulating
- Coordinates patient movement through medical channels, ensuring proper care and bed availability for specialized treatments.
Hospitalization in AHS
- Provides inpatient services for patients needing extensive care, acting under a defined evacuation policy to stabilize and return patients to duty or transfer them to other facilities.
Combat Support Hospital Augmentations
- Includes specialized teams focused on specific medical needs such as forward surgical and pathology teams, as well as renal care.
Veterinary Services
- Focuses on animal healthcare, food safety, and preventing zoonotic diseases; considering the role of veterinary services vital for overall force health.
Medical Logistics
- Facilitates procurement and distribution of medical supplies, maintaining equipment, blood management, and handling medical waste.
Medical Laboratory Services
- Divided into operational labs focusing on health hazards and clinical labs providing diagnostic capabilities necessary for patient care across various roles.
COSC Programs
- Designed to manage stress reactions in soldiers, providing routine screenings, ongoing assessments, and maintaining soldier readiness through mental health support.
Dental Services in AHS
- Aims to promote dental health and provide care at three levels: unit, hospital, and area dental support, addressing emergency and essential care needs.
Preventive Medicine
- Enhances soldiers' health and prevents disease through a proactive stance on environmental health, medical surveillance, and other preventive measures.
These notes summarize critical aspects of the Army Health System, its operations, functions, and support mechanisms essential for soldiers’ health and readiness.
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