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What is a primary benefit of using urgent care over an emergency department?
What is a primary benefit of using urgent care over an emergency department?
- More complex care
- Longer waiting periods
- Lower cost (correct)
- More specialized staff
Which service is most appropriate for a patient with a non-life-threatening acute injury?
Which service is most appropriate for a patient with a non-life-threatening acute injury?
- Urgent care (correct)
- Inpatient care
- Emergency room
- Home health care
What is the primary function of laboratory services in healthcare?
What is the primary function of laboratory services in healthcare?
- To perform diagnostic tests (correct)
- To provide psychological counseling
- To conduct surgical procedures
- To administer physical therapy
Which type of therapy focuses on improving strength and mobility?
Which type of therapy focuses on improving strength and mobility?
Which complementary therapy involves the use of needles to relieve pain?
Which complementary therapy involves the use of needles to relieve pain?
What is the main focus of chiropractic medicine?
What is the main focus of chiropractic medicine?
Energy therapy promotes health by clearing what from the body?
Energy therapy promotes health by clearing what from the body?
Which of the following is considered a holistic healing technique?
Which of the following is considered a holistic healing technique?
Which of the following best describes the role of urgent care facilities?
Which of the following best describes the role of urgent care facilities?
What is the primary purpose of diagnostic imaging technologies like MRI and CT scans?
What is the primary purpose of diagnostic imaging technologies like MRI and CT scans?
How does occupational therapy primarily support patients?
How does occupational therapy primarily support patients?
What distinguishes complementary therapies like acupuncture from traditional medical practices?
What distinguishes complementary therapies like acupuncture from traditional medical practices?
In what way do dietary supplements function as a health support?
In what way do dietary supplements function as a health support?
Which service is primarily concerned with maintaining mobility and improving physical strength?
Which service is primarily concerned with maintaining mobility and improving physical strength?
Which statement accurately reflects home health care?
Which statement accurately reflects home health care?
What is a critical consideration when referring patients for laboratory services?
What is a critical consideration when referring patients for laboratory services?
What does the suffix '-cide' indicate in medical terminology?
What does the suffix '-cide' indicate in medical terminology?
Which suffix would be used to refer to a process of measuring?
Which suffix would be used to refer to a process of measuring?
What does the suffix '-pnea' refer to in medical terms?
What does the suffix '-pnea' refer to in medical terms?
Which suffix would be correctly associated with surgical removal?
Which suffix would be correctly associated with surgical removal?
What does the suffix '-rrhea' signify in medical terminology?
What does the suffix '-rrhea' signify in medical terminology?
With respect to medical terminology, what does '-plasty' indicate?
With respect to medical terminology, what does '-plasty' indicate?
Which combination of suffix and meaning is accurate in medical terminology?
Which combination of suffix and meaning is accurate in medical terminology?
What condition does the suffix '-algia' represent?
What condition does the suffix '-algia' represent?
Which suffix represents a condition of blood?
Which suffix represents a condition of blood?
What does the suffix '-tomy' denote in medical terminology?
What does the suffix '-tomy' denote in medical terminology?
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Study Notes
Ancillary Services
- Ancillary services address specific medical needs of particular populations.
- Urgent care centers are a cost-effective alternative to emergency departments, offering shorter wait times.
- They typically have flexible hours, walk-in appointments, and are suitable for non-life-threatening conditions.
Diagnostic Services
- Laboratory services conduct diagnostic tests on various specimens, such as blood and body fluids, to assist in diagnoses.
- Diagnostic imaging includes x-rays, ultrasounds, MRIs, and CT scans for visualizing body parts to aid in diagnosis.
Therapeutic Services
- Occupational therapy supports patients with developmental, emotional, mental, or physical disabilities, helping them regain functional abilities.
- Physical therapy focuses on restoring mobility, strength, and range of motion after injuries or illnesses.
Complementary Therapies
- Acupuncture uses needles to relieve pain and treat various conditions, addressing physical, mental, and emotional issues.
- Chiropractic medicine emphasizes spinal manipulation to alleviate pain and enhance body function.
- Energy therapy promotes health and relaxation by clearing cellular memory in the human energy field.
Dietary Supplements
- Supplements may contain vitamins, minerals, herbs, or botanicals and contribute to overall health.
Medical Terminology
- Medical terms can consist of various components, including prefixes, suffixes, and roots.
- Example: "hemiplegia" combines "hemi-" (half) and "-plegia" (paralysis).
Common Suffixes
- General suffix meanings include:
- -age: Related to
- -cide: Pertaining to killing
- -iatry: Healing by a provider
- -logy: Study of
- -therapy: Treatment
Suffixes Related to Procedures
- Common surgical/procedural suffixes include:
- -ectomy: Removal
- -otomy: Incision
- -plasty: Surgical repair
Suffixes Related to Disorders
- Suffixes indicating disorders include:
- -algia: Pain
- -emia: Blood condition
- -gen: Producing
- -osis: Abnormal condition
Communication with Patients
- Using lay terms instead of complex medical terminology is recommended to enhance patient understanding.
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