Definitions Flashcards
(75 cards)
Long - Term Care
Care given in long term care facilities for people who need 24 - hr skilled care
Skilled Care
Medically necessary care given by a doctor
Home Health Care
Healthcare that is provided in a persons home
Assisted Living
Residences for people who do not need 24 hrs skilled care but do require help
Adult Day Services
Care for people who need some help during certain hours but do not live in the facility where the care is provided
Acute Care
24 hr skilled caregiving in hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers for people who require short term, immediate care for illness or injuries
Subacute Care
Care given in hospitals or long - term care facilities. It is used for people who need less care than for an acute illness, but more care than for a chronic (long term) illness.
Outpatient Care
Care given to people who have had treatments, procedures, or surgeries and need short term skilled care. Patients do not require an overnight stay in a hospital or other care facility
Rehabilitation
Care given by specialists and professionals. Physical, occupational, and speech therapist help restore or improve function after an illness or injury
Hospice Care
Care given in facilities or homes for people who have 6 months or less to live
What does ADLs stand for
Activities of daily living
- Physical , occupational, and speech therapy
- Wound Care
- Care of different types of tubes, such as catheters (thin tubes inserted into the body to drain fluids
- Nutrition Therapy
- Management of chronic disease, such as Alzheimer’s disease, Aids, COPD, Cancer and Congestive Heart Failure
Person - Centered Care
Emphasizes the individuality of the person who needs care, and recognizes and develops the persons capabilities. Revolves around the resident and promotes her individual preferences, choices, dignity, and interests.
Trauma Informed Care
An approach to patient care that recognizes that people may have experienced trauma in their lives. Seeks to consider each persons trauma, experiences, and preferences and provide person- centered care
Medicare
Federal health insurance program that was established in 1965 for people aged 65 or older. Also covers people of any age with permanent kidney failure or certain disabilities.
Medicare A
Helps pay for care in a hospital or skilled nursing facility or for care from a home health agency or hospice.
Medicare B
Helps pay for doctor services and other medical services and equipment.
Medicare C
Allows private health insurance companies to provide Medicare benefits
Medicare D
Helps pay for medications prescribed for treatment.
Medicaid
Medical assistance program for people who have low income, as well as for people with disabilities. Eligibility is determined by income or special circumstances.
Charting
Documenting information and observations about residents
Nursing Assistant Tasks
Measuring and Recording temperature
Measuring and recording blood pressure
Bathing residents and helping with elimination needs
Observing and reporting pain levels
Nursing Assistants are not permitted to do
Insert or remove tubes
Give tube feedings
Change sterile dressings
Nursing Assistants are not permitted to do
Insert or remove tubes
Give tube feedings
Change sterile dressings
What does DME stand for
Durable Medical Equipment
- wheelchairs
- walkers
- canes