NSFCC Flashcards
(17 cards)
What are chronic conditions?
A range of chronic and complex conditions across the spectrum of illness
What are the characteristics of chronic conditions?
They are long-term, complex, gradual onset, and compromise quality of life
At what life stages do chronic conditions occur?
They occur across all life stages, but mostly in older age
What impact do chronic conditions have on individuals?
They compromise quality of life, create limitations, and cause disability.
What are some common examples of chronic conditions?
Cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, neurological conditions, endometriosis, inflammatory bowel diseases.
What is the purpose of the National Strategic Framework for Chronic Conditions (NSFCC)?
(overarching policy) prevention and management.
What does the NSFCC provide guidance for?
Development and implementation of policies, strategies, actions, and services.
What are three objectives of the NSFCC?
- Focus on prevention for a healthier Australia.
- Provide efficient, effective, and appropriate care for people with chronic conditions, to optimise quality of life.
- Target priority populations.
What are the principles of the NSFCC? (PEASCASE)
Person centred approaches
Equity
Access
Sustainability
Collaboration & partnerships
Accountability & transparency
Shared responsibility
Evidence based
• Person-centred approaches
Health system shaped to recognise + value the needs of individuals, their carers, and their families, to provide holistic care & support.
• Equity
All Australians receive safe, high quality health care irrespective of background or personal circumstances.
• Access
High standard, appropriate support & services are available, accessible, equitable, and affordable for all Australians.
• Sustainability
Strategic planning & responsible management of resources delivers long-term improved outcomes.
• Collaboration and partnerships
Identify linkages & act upon opportunities to cooperate & partner responsibly to achieve greater impacts that can occur in isolation.
• Accountability and transparency
Decisions + responsibilities are clear & accountable and achieve best value w public resources.
• Evidence-based
Rigorous, relevant, & current evidence informs best practice & strengthens the knowledge base to effectively prevent & manage chronic conditions.
• Shared responsibility
All parties understand, accept, + fulfil their roles & responsibilities to ensure enhanced outcomes for all Australians.
