CAHIMS Exam Study Guide 91 Questions And Answers Set 02
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Primary care
majority of patient healthcare needs, often the entry point into healthcare, includes screening, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for acute and chronic health problems
Secondary care
generally more specialized care and can include surgery, cardiology, and other care provided by specialists
Tertiary care
complex, highly specialized healthcare, often university hospitals, requires sophisticated technology, multiple specialists and subspecialists, a diagnostic support group and intensive care facilities. Examples include trauma centers, burn centers, and neonatal care
Hospitals
physical structures that house patients who are sick or injured. Person may be admitted in one of two ways: emergency room and evaluated by a team of clinicians- if patient is sick enough then admitted, and a patient may also be directly admitted from a physician's office
Rehabilitative facilities or acute rehabilitation hospitals
provide care for patients needing comprehensive rehabilitation and medical management often associated with stroke, joint replacement or other serious injury. After surgery or acute illness, a patient may be too frail to return home and may need to spend time in a rehabilitation center for specialized speech, physical, and occupational therapy
Skilled nursing facility
provide full medical care after a hospitalization. Also provide assistance with activities of daily living, such as meals, personal care, housekeeping, and laundry, while the patient is recovering. Manage transition of acute illness or injury to return home, Avg stay in a SNF is greater than 25 days. Provide long-term care for patients needing residential nursing services for an extended period of time
Long-term acute care hospital
specialized hospitals designed for patients who need intensive, hospital-level care for weeks or months
Adult day care
provides meals and activities during the day
Independent living
typically retirement communities consisting of condominiums or apartments. Residents can usually purchase added services such as meals or housekeeping
Assisted living
separate apartments or private rooms in a common building where a number of services, such as personal care, medication administration, meals, and housekeeping are provided