Introduction to Allied Health Questions and Answers Already Passed

Introduction to Allied Health Questions and Answers Already Passed What is Medicaid? Medicaid is the largest source of funding for health insurance for low income families in the U.S. Health Care System A healthcare system is a group of people, agencies, and/or institutions that provide health care services to individuals in a variety of settings. What's the goal of a healthcare system? The goal of the system is to improve health for populations seeking care through health care professionals, the individuals who wish to care for the people seeking to improve their health status. What are the 9 major areas in which most health care professionals work? • Ambulatory Care Centers • Acute Care Hospitals • Long Term Care • Home Care • Doctor's Office • Specialty Hospitals • Health Maintenance Organizations • Rehab Centers • Hospice Care Ambulatory Care Centers (Community Centers) Ambulatory care centers, also known as community centers, provide health care consultation, treatment, and mediation using advanced medical technology. Is ambulatory care delivered in an inpatient or outpatient basis? Ambulatory care is delivered on an outpatient basis and therefore doesn't allow for overnight stays. What are some of the services ambulatory care centers provide? • Minor Surgeries/ Procedures • Therapies • Diagnostic Testing • Preventative Services Acute Care Hospitals (Hospitals) Acute care hospitals, or simply hospitals, are institutions that provide care for individuals who have a disease that comes on quickly or that lasts for a short period of time. What are the 3 types of acute care hospitals? • Proprietary (For-Profit) • Nonprofit • Government Supported What are the 3 types of long term care agencies? • Skilled Nursing Facilities • Assisted Living Facilities • Hospice Care Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled nursing facilities provide patients with care that requires the skills of licensed personnel such as a physical therapist or an occupational therapy aide. These professionals help patients regain skills such as feeding, dressing, and bathing themselves. Assisted Living Facility Assisted living facilities bridge the gap between home care and nursing homes by providing a homelike environment. As a health care professional, you'll work with a variety of patients, such as elderly patients who require some assistance with daily living activities. Hospice Care Hospice care focuses on caring for the