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What is the primary function of health care centers in barangays?
What is the primary function of health care centers in barangays?
Which of the following is true about outpatient care?
Which of the following is true about outpatient care?
Which type of facility is NOT typically equipped for overnight patient care?
Which type of facility is NOT typically equipped for overnight patient care?
What distinguishes mental health facilities from other types of health care settings?
What distinguishes mental health facilities from other types of health care settings?
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What is a key characteristic of telemedicine?
What is a key characteristic of telemedicine?
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What is a primary characteristic of public hospitals?
What is a primary characteristic of public hospitals?
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What is the primary function of long-term/residential care facilities?
What is the primary function of long-term/residential care facilities?
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Which of the following best describes hospice care?
Which of the following best describes hospice care?
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In which type of facility would you most likely find 24-hour nursing care?
In which type of facility would you most likely find 24-hour nursing care?
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What is the role of preventive care in the healthcare system?
What is the role of preventive care in the healthcare system?
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Study Notes
The Health Care Environment
- Primary health care facilities serve communities, offering free vaccinations, check-ups, and childbirth services.
Health Care Settings
- Various health care facilities include:
- Hospitals: 24-hour facilities providing treatment for acute and complex health issues.
- Clinics: Do not typically admit patients overnight but offer outpatient services.
- Mental Health Facilities: Can be integrated within hospitals or be independent institutions focusing on mental illness.
- Long-term/Residential Facilities: Small facilities that provide care for individuals who cannot manage independently.
- Hospice: Focuses on care for terminally ill patients, improving quality of life and addressing physical and psychosocial needs.
- Outpatient/Ambulatory Care: Offers medical services without hospital admission, available at various locations like surgical centers and emergency rooms.
- Preventive Care: Aims to prevent health issues before they become severe, involving regular check-ups and screenings.
- Home Health Care: Provides professional care at home, often more convenient and cost-effective than hospitals.
- Telemedicine: Facilitates remote healthcare access through technology, enabling consultations and monitoring from home.
Hospitals
- Include inpatient and outpatient services; crucial for continuous care and monitoring of patients' conditions.
Public Hospitals
- Funded and owned by local governments, providing essential health services to communities.
Private Hospitals
- Generally offer specialized services such as cosmetic surgery and cardiology, often aiming for higher-end care.
Long-Term/Residential Facilities
- Usually accommodates 20 or fewer residents, focusing on personalized care and support for daily living activities.
Hospice Care
- Assists patients with terminal illnesses in managing symptoms and providing emotional and spiritual support.
Preventive Care
- Strategies include regular health check-ups, early disease detection, and lifestyle management to prevent severe health crises.
Home Health Care
- Typically involves short- or long-term professional care provided in the patient's home, enhancing independence and comfort.
Telemedicine
- Revolutionizes healthcare delivery, particularly benefiting patients in rural areas or those preferring remote consultations.
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Types of Telemedicine:
- Interactive Medicine: Enables real-time communication between patients and providers.
- Store and Forward: Allows sharing of patient medical information among providers in different locations.
- Remote Patient Monitoring: Utilizes devices to collect health data from patients at home, aiding in ongoing assessment and management of conditions.
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This quiz explores different types of health care facilities and their roles in serving communities. It covers hospitals, clinics, mental health facilities, hospice care, and preventive services, highlighting the importance of each setting in providing health care. Test your knowledge on how these facilities operate and contribute to public health.
