Medical Terminology Chapter 2 Test
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Medical Terminology Chapter 2 Test

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What does the Caduceus represent?

  • Represents the medical profession (correct)
  • A type of medication
  • A surgical procedure
  • A rating system for hospitals
  • What is Utilization Review?

    A process used to monitor and control testing, medication, surgeries, and other areas where overuse occurred.

    What is Precertification?

    Finding out if a service or procedure is covered under a patient's insurance policy.

    What is a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)?

    <p>Prepaid health plan that has been in existence the longest of all managed care plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Group Practice?

    <p>Three or more physicians using the same office space, sharing office expenses, employees, income, and the on-call schedule.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Urgent Care Centers provide?

    <p>Extended hours to accommodate patients who have problems getting to the doctor or have emergencies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can you find Minute Clinics?

    <p>Found in chain stores, e.g., Walmart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Solo Practice?

    <p>One physician works alone in a small office with a limited staff.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Telemedicine?

    <p>The wireless transfer of medical information via electronic technology to provide healthcare when there is a separation between the healthcare professional and the patient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Holistic Health refer to?

    <p>Physical, mental, and social well-being of the 'whole' person is as important as the treatment of a separate medical problem.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Specialized Care Centers exist for?

    <p>To serve the needs of a group of patients who have similar medical conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Rehabilitation Hospitals for?

    <p>Hospitals for patients who are recovering and rehabilitating after an injury or surgery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Patient Referrals?

    <p>The transfer of care for a patient from one clinician or clinic to another by request.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Satellite Clinics?

    <p>A facility owned by a hospital but operated at a distant site.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are hospital sizes measured?

    <p>Number of beds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are 4 indicators of a population's health?

    <p>Life Expectancy, Health Life Expectancy, Morality, Disability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are 2 factors that influence health (environment)?

    <p>Work environment, Climate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the standard for Full-Time Employment?

    <p>40 hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Medical Terminology Key Concepts

    • Caduceus: Symbol of the medical profession; features a serpent coiled around a staff.
    • Utilization Review: A process designed to monitor and control the use of medical services, including tests and surgeries, to prevent overuse.
    • Precertification: Verification of insurance coverage for a specific service or procedure prior to its administration.

    Health Care Plans and Practices

    • Health Maintenance Organization (HMO): Long-standing prepaid health plan that emphasizes preventive care and the efficient use of resources.
    • Group Practice: An arrangement involving three or more physicians sharing office facilities, expenses, and responsibilities.
    • Solo Practice: A single physician operating independently in a small office.

    Clinical Service Centers

    • Urgent Care Centers: Facilities offering extended hours for patients needing immediate care or those unable to see their primary doctor.
    • Minute Clinic: Convenient care clinics usually located within chain stores like Walmart.
    • Specialized Care Center: Designed to address the specific needs of patients with particular medical conditions.

    Rehabilitation and Patient Care

    • Rehabilitation Hospitals: Facilities focused on patient recovery and rehabilitation following injuries or surgeries.
    • Patient Referrals: The process where a patient's care is transferred from one healthcare provider to another upon request.
    • Satellite Clinics: Healthcare facilities owned by a hospital but located at a separate site to reach more patients.

    Health Metrics

    • Number of Beds: A standard metric for measuring the size and capacity of hospitals.
    • Indicators of Population Health: Life expectancy, health life expectancy, mortality, and disability are essential measures of public health.
    • Environmental Factors Influencing Health: Work environment and climate significantly impact individual health outcomes.

    Employment Context

    • Full-Time Employment Standard: Defined as working 40 hours per week, setting a benchmark for employee benefits and health insurance eligibility.

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    Test your knowledge of key terms in medical terminology from Chapter 2. This set of flashcards covers essential concepts including caduceus, utilization review, and precertification. Perfect for students in the medical field looking to reinforce their understanding.

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