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What was the belief as to why individuals became sick during primitive times?
What was the belief as to why individuals became sick during primitive times?
The belief that an individual was sick because of bad air or demons.
Which group of people began public health and sanitation?
Which group of people began public health and sanitation?
Romans
Which group of people is noted as keeping the first accurate medical records?
Which group of people is noted as keeping the first accurate medical records?
The Egyptians
For the abbreviations below, identify what stands for as well as what they're responsible for.
For the abbreviations below, identify what stands for as well as what they're responsible for.
What does WHO stand for and what are they responsible for?
What does WHO stand for and what are they responsible for?
Define the following terms:
Define the following terms:
Flashcards
Primitive Times Illness Belief
Primitive Times Illness Belief
The belief that supernatural forces, demons, or evil spirits were responsible for causing illness.
Who began public health systems?
Who began public health systems?
The ancient Romans, with their advanced civilization, played a crucial role in developing public health infrastructure and sanitation systems.
Who kept the first medical records?
Who kept the first medical records?
The Egyptians are credited with keeping the first known detailed medical records.
Study Notes
Primitive Times Sanitation
- Belief about illness causes in primitive times is not specified.
Public Health Systems
- Groups responsible for initial public health and sanitation systems are not mentioned.
Medical Records
- The group responsible for early and accurate medical records is not described.
Chapter 2 - Health Care Systems
- Abbreviations and their meanings and responsibilities are listed.
- CDC: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- FDA: Food and Drug Administration
- WHO: World Health Organization
- AHA: American Heart Association
- ARC: American Red Cross
- NIH: National Institutes of Health
Health Care Terms
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Various health care terms are defined.
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Wellness: Not defined.
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Meditation: Not defined.
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Acupuncture: Not defined.
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Holistic health care: Not defined.
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Long-term care: Not defined.
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Hospice: Not defined.
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Emergency care: Not defined.
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Managed care: Not defined.
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Deductible: Not defined.
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Co-payment: Not defined.
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HMO: Health Maintenance Organization
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PPO: Preferred Provider Organization
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Medicare: A federal health insurance program for people 65 or older.
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Medicaid: A state and federal health insurance program for low-income individuals and families.
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Workers' compensation: Not defined.
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Explore key health care systems and terms in Chapter 2. This quiz covers significant organizations like the CDC, FDA, and WHO, along with various health-related definitions. Test your knowledge on public health responsibilities and critical health care terminology.
