Radiologic Technology Healthcare Settings

Study Notes

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.

General Hospitals: Equipped for various services, supporting board-certified/eligible specialists.
Specialty Hospitals: Focused on specific diseases, organs, or patient groups.

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.

Specialty hospitals are established for specific medical needs as previously described.
Trauma hospitals assessed per Philippine College of Surgeons guidelines.

Mental health facilities cater to psychiatric care.
Long-term care facilities provide extended medical support for chronic conditions.

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.

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 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.