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What is the optimal occupancy percentage for maintaining effective flow in healthcare?
What is the optimal occupancy percentage for maintaining effective flow in healthcare?
- 60%
- 70%
- 90%
- 80% (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a risk associated with overcrowding in healthcare settings?
Which of the following is NOT a risk associated with overcrowding in healthcare settings?
- Increased length of stay for admitted patients
- Improved patient privacy (correct)
- Diminished staff satisfaction
- Increased morbidity and mortality for patients
What is population health primarily concerned with?
What is population health primarily concerned with?
- Individual patient care only
- Financial models for health care delivery
- Public health initiatives exclusively
- Health outcomes across specific population groups (correct)
Which document was NOT mentioned as part of the introductions to population health concepts in Canada?
Which document was NOT mentioned as part of the introductions to population health concepts in Canada?
Are the new federal long term care standards mandatory?
Are the new federal long term care standards mandatory?
Which of the following is NOT one of the social determinants of health?
Which of the following is NOT one of the social determinants of health?
In what year were regional health authorities first created in New Brunswick?
In what year were regional health authorities first created in New Brunswick?
What is the total healthcare budget for New Brunswick?
What is the total healthcare budget for New Brunswick?
Flashcards
Optimal ED Occupancy
Optimal ED Occupancy
The ideal occupancy rate for a hospital emergency department (ED) to ensure efficient patient flow.
ED Overcrowding
ED Overcrowding
A situation where a hospital's ED is overcrowded, leading to negative consequences for patients, staff, and overall healthcare delivery.
Population Health
Population Health
The health outcomes of a defined population group and the equitable distribution of those outcomes.
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)
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Family Doctor
Family Doctor
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Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
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Pharmacist
Pharmacist
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NB Healthcare Budget
NB Healthcare Budget
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Study Notes
Exam Review - Occupancy and Risks
- Occupancy percentage for optimal flow: 80%
- Risks of overcrowding: loss of patient privacy, treatment in undesignated areas, increased morbidity/mortality for boarded patients (especially mental health and ICU), increased disability in older discharged patients, longer hospital stays, decreased patient/staff satisfaction, delayed treatment, increased ambulance diversion time, increased stress for behavioral health patients, and reputational damage.
Types of Primary Care Professionals
- Family doctors
- Nurse practitioners
- Pharmacists
Population Health
- Focuses on health outcomes within a population group (e.g., ethnicity, geography, nationhood, or community)
- Includes integrating public health initiatives (like health promotion and disease prevention)
Concepts and Development of Population Health in Canada
- Reports involved: Alma-Ata Declaration (1978), Lalonde Report (1974), Epp Report (1986), Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion (1986), Towards a Healthy Future (1996), National Forum on Health (1994-1997).
New Federal Long Term Care Standards
- Not mandatory.
Key Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)
- Six factors (6/12): Gender, Biology/genetics, access to health services, social support, physical environment, education, literacy, and social status/income.
NB Health Care Budget
- Total budget: $3.8 million.
Creation of Regional Health Authorities in NB
- Created in 2008, previously 1992.
Provincial Health Programs in NB
- Offered by Horizon and Vitalite: 20 programs currently and 13 in the past
Organ Transplant Services in NB
- No transplant services for lungs, kidneys, or heart currently in NB.
Access to Health Services in NB
- Access to health care, surgery, connected care systems, mental health, addiction and support for seniors.
Regional Health Authority Annual Reports
- Submittals are required and are due by June 30th.
NB Health Minister
- John Dornan.
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This quiz covers key concepts related to occupancy rates, risks associated with overcrowding, and the roles of primary care professionals. Additionally, it explores population health initiatives and important reports that have shaped health policies in Canada. Test your knowledge on these crucial aspects of healthcare management.
