Integrated Health Care Systems Overview

Actions taken to prevent illness before it develops, like health education and vaccinations.

Actions taken to cure or manage existing illness, like treating a cold or managing diabetes.

The delivery of healthcare services in different places, like hospitals, clinics, and doctor's offices.

Focusing on the patient's needs, preferences, and values, and involving them in the decision-making process.

Factors outside of healthcare, like income, housing, and education, that influence health.

Differences in health status between different groups of people, often based on factors like race, income, or location.

The ability of people to access and utilize healthcare services.

The shortage of nurses, affecting various aspects of the healthcare system.

A system of health care organizations working together to provide coordinated services to a group of people, with the aim of improving quality and controlling costs.

Six distinct levels of care that describe the types of health services provided in various settings, catering to patients throughout different stages of health and illness.

Describes the focus of healthcare activities aiming to prevent illness or disease.

A planned process that ensures a smooth transition for the patient from hospital to another care setting, ensuring continuity of care.

A payment model where hospitals are reimbursed based on the quality of care they provide rather than the quantity of services delivered.

Activities aimed at restoring patients to their highest level of function and independence after illness or injury.

Barriers to successful discharge planning can include poor communication, unclear roles among healthcare team members, and lack of resources.

Nurses in primary care settings are involved in comprehensively assessing patients' needs, while in restorative care, they focus on partnering with patients and families to plan care delivery.