HCM 310: Ch. 10, 12, 13 (Essentials of the
US Health Care System) UPDATED
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
3 main reasons for LTC - CORRECT ANSWER - 1. Physical or mental deficits that limit
a person's ability to do regular daily tasks.
2. Need for continuity of care after hospitalization because of severe illness, injury, or surgical
episode.
3. Need for care in specialized environments.
LTC Delivery system 2 main components - CORRECT ANSWER - community based care
and institutional care
cognitive impairment - CORRECT ANSWER - a mental disorder indicated by memory
and learning issues, ability to concentrate, and making decisions
Chronic conditions - CORRECT ANSWER - characterized by persistent and recurring
health consequences lasting over a long period, generally irreversible.
comorbidity - CORRECT ANSWER - multiple health problems.
Long Term Care - CORRECT ANSWER - a variety of individualized, well coordinated
services that are designed to promote the max possible independence for people with functional
limitations. These services are provided over an extended period of time to meet the patient's
physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs, while maximizing quality of life.
LTC must include... - CORRECT ANSWER - therapeutic and preventive services,
individualized plans,
, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) - CORRECT ANSWER - the most commonly used
measure of disability. ADLs determine whether an individual needs assistance to perform basic
activities, such as eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, getting in or out of bed or chairs.
2 measurements to determine level of dependency - CORRECT ANSWER - ADL and
IADL
Instrumental activities of daily living - CORRECT ANSWER - A person's ability to
perform household and social tasks, such as home maintenance, cooking, shopping, and
managing money
Main goal of LTC - CORRECT ANSWER - to enable the individual to maintain
functional independence to the max level that is practicable.
Holistic Approach - CORRECT ANSWER - focuses not merely on a person's physical and
mental needs but also emphasizes well being in every aspect of what makes a person whole
complete.
4 aspects of holistic caregiving - CORRECT ANSWER - physical, mental, social, spiritual
Physical - CORRECT ANSWER - refers to the technical aspects of care, such as medical
examination, nursing care, medications, diet, and rehab treatments
Mental - CORRECT ANSWER - total mental and emotional well being of each individual
Social - CORRECT ANSWER - visits from family and friends. Opportunities for social
interaction
Spiritual - CORRECT ANSWER - personal matters that are encouraged
US Health Care System) UPDATED
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
3 main reasons for LTC - CORRECT ANSWER - 1. Physical or mental deficits that limit
a person's ability to do regular daily tasks.
2. Need for continuity of care after hospitalization because of severe illness, injury, or surgical
episode.
3. Need for care in specialized environments.
LTC Delivery system 2 main components - CORRECT ANSWER - community based care
and institutional care
cognitive impairment - CORRECT ANSWER - a mental disorder indicated by memory
and learning issues, ability to concentrate, and making decisions
Chronic conditions - CORRECT ANSWER - characterized by persistent and recurring
health consequences lasting over a long period, generally irreversible.
comorbidity - CORRECT ANSWER - multiple health problems.
Long Term Care - CORRECT ANSWER - a variety of individualized, well coordinated
services that are designed to promote the max possible independence for people with functional
limitations. These services are provided over an extended period of time to meet the patient's
physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs, while maximizing quality of life.
LTC must include... - CORRECT ANSWER - therapeutic and preventive services,
individualized plans,
, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) - CORRECT ANSWER - the most commonly used
measure of disability. ADLs determine whether an individual needs assistance to perform basic
activities, such as eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, getting in or out of bed or chairs.
2 measurements to determine level of dependency - CORRECT ANSWER - ADL and
IADL
Instrumental activities of daily living - CORRECT ANSWER - A person's ability to
perform household and social tasks, such as home maintenance, cooking, shopping, and
managing money
Main goal of LTC - CORRECT ANSWER - to enable the individual to maintain
functional independence to the max level that is practicable.
Holistic Approach - CORRECT ANSWER - focuses not merely on a person's physical and
mental needs but also emphasizes well being in every aspect of what makes a person whole
complete.
4 aspects of holistic caregiving - CORRECT ANSWER - physical, mental, social, spiritual
Physical - CORRECT ANSWER - refers to the technical aspects of care, such as medical
examination, nursing care, medications, diet, and rehab treatments
Mental - CORRECT ANSWER - total mental and emotional well being of each individual
Social - CORRECT ANSWER - visits from family and friends. Opportunities for social
interaction
Spiritual - CORRECT ANSWER - personal matters that are encouraged
