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According to ownership, hospitals can be classified as which of the following?
A Level 1 General Hospital must have a staff of qualified __________ personnel.
medical
What is the minimum requirement for a Level 1 General Hospital regarding bed space?
Bed space for its authorized bed capacity in accordance with DOH guidelines.
Match the types of hospitals with their classifications:
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All hospitals are classified the same way regardless of their ownership.
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What type of facilities must a Level 1 General Hospital provide for maternity patients?
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Which of the following services is required in a Level 2 General Hospital?
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What is a requirement for all hospitals classified as Level 2?
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Why did the doctor advise her to be admitted to the hospice facility?
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Hospice care is intended solely for patients who have a life-threatening illness.
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Can Mrs. R's family provide home health care if she refuses admission to a hospice facility?
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What are the five categories of progressive care?
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What is the main focus of home-care programs?
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Study Notes
Healthcare Settings
- Classification based on Administrative Order No. 2012-0012 issued on July 18, 2012, governs hospitals in the Philippines.
- Hospitals are classified according to Ownership and Scope of Services.
Ownership Classification
- Government Hospitals: Established by law.
- Private Hospitals: Privately owned, not created by law.
Scope of Services Classification
- General Hospitals: Equipped for various services, supporting board-certified/eligible specialists.
- Specialty Hospitals: Focused on specific diseases, organs, or patient groups.
Examples of Hospitals
- National Orthopedic Hospital: Specializes in orthopedic conditions.
- Lung Center: Dedicated to lung-related diseases.
- Philippine Children's Medical Center: Serves pediatric patients.
Functional Capacity Classification
Level 1 General Hospital
- Requires qualified medical staff, including licensed physicians.
- Must have specified bed capacity as per DOH guidelines.
- Equipped with:
- Operating room and sterilization capabilities.
- Post-operative recovery room.
- Maternity facilities (wards, delivery room).
- Isolation facilities for infection control.
- Dental clinic.
- Blood donation provision.
- Licensed secondary clinical laboratory and pharmacy.
- DOH-licensed Level 1 imaging facility with consulting radiologist.
Level 2 General Hospital
- Includes all Level 1 requirements.
- Must have organized staff with a Medical Director and board-certified department heads.
- Facilities for critical care:
- General ICU for critically ill patients.
- Neonatal ICU (NICU).
- High-Risk Pregnancy Unit (HRPU).
- Respiratory Therapy Services.
- Licensed tertiary clinical laboratory and Level 2 imaging facility with mobile X-ray and contrast examination capabilities.
Level 3 General Hospital
- Incorporates all Level 2 features with additional specifications not outlined.
Specialty and Trauma Hospitals
- Specialty hospitals are established for specific medical needs as previously described.
- Trauma hospitals assessed per Philippine College of Surgeons guidelines.
Mental Health and Long-Term Care Facilities
- Mental health facilities cater to psychiatric care.
- Long-term care facilities provide extended medical support for chronic conditions.
Hospice Care
- Originated as a guesthouse for pilgrims with strong religious ties to compassion and care, evolving from its historical roots associated with monasteries.
- The modern hospice movement began in 1905 with St. James Hospice in London, followed by St. Christopher's Hospice in 1967, known for quality care.
- New Haven Hospice, established in 1974, was the first hospice in the U.S., highlighting the movement's growth and global reach.
- Hospice care focuses on life-limiting illnesses, providing specialized support for patients and their families, addressing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs.
- Emphasizes quality of life over the length of life, managing pain and other symptoms to enhance comfort during remaining time.
Extended Health Care
- Progressive care concept offers more appealing options in light of rising healthcare costs and advancements in medicine.
- Categories of progressive care include:
- Intensive Care: Highest level of care for critically ill patients, requiring trained medical professionals.
- Intermediate Care: Serves as a bridge between ICU and general ward, offering monitoring for seriously ill patients not needing ICU.
- Self-Care: Facilities for ambulatory patients requiring minimal care, resembling hotel accommodations, promoting independence.
- Long-Term Care: Various services aiding individuals who cannot perform daily activities, delivered at home or in community settings.
- Home Care: Tailored medical and nursing services provided in a patient’s home, coordinated by a central agency for efficiency and comfort.
- Patients are suitable for home care when they have a treatment plan in place, no longer require hospital admission, and family support is available for care.
Family Involvement
- Family members often play a crucial role in long-term and home care by providing necessary support and assistance to patients.
- The option for at-home care can be preferable for patients, ensuring they receive attention in a familiar environment, promoting healing and comfort.
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Explore the classification of hospitals based on Administrative Order No. 2012-0012. This quiz will cover different healthcare settings, focusing on government and private ownership. Test your knowledge on the rules and regulations governing healthcare facilities in the Philippines.
