prudent healthcare Flashcards
(15 cards)
What are the three actions of Prudent Healthcare?
- Appropriate tests, treatments, and medications
- Changing the model of outpatients
- Working together to improve healthcare
These actions aim to enhance the quality and efficiency of healthcare services in Wales.
What legislation introduced new regional partnership boards to integrate health and social services in Wales?
The Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014
This act plays a crucial role in improving collaboration between public sector organisations and the third sector.
What is the goal of the 1000 Lives Improvement programme?
To create a national public service task force focused on health improvement
This programme aims to enhance healthcare quality across Wales.
What principle emphasizes doing only what is needed in healthcare?
Do only what is needed, no more, no less; and do no harm
This principle is fundamental to the concept of prudent healthcare.
How does Prudent Healthcare prioritize care?
Care for those with the greatest health needs first
This approach ensures effective use of resources and skills.
What does Prudent Healthcare promote in terms of patient involvement?
Co-production and person-centred care
This emphasizes collaboration with patients in the healthcare process.
What is the main aim of the NHS in Wales regarding healthcare delivery?
To tackle the underlying causes of disease and prevent ill health
This shifts the focus from merely treating symptoms.
What is the purpose of the national project changing the outpatient model?
To ensure outpatient services are delivered in the community
This aims to make healthcare more accessible and effective.
Approximately how many outpatient appointments were provided by the NHS in Wales last year?
3.1 million
This number reflects the high demand for outpatient services.
What is the challenge presented by the concept of ‘prudent healthcare’?
Improving healthcare during times of austerity
It requires efficient use of resources while maintaining care quality.
What group will ensure the reduction of inappropriate antibiotic prescriptions in Wales?
The Prudent Prescribing Implementation Group
This group aims to combat antimicrobial resistance effectively.
What campaign documents evidence of over-medication, over-diagnosis, and over-testing?
The British Medical Journal’s ‘Too Much Medicine’ campaign
This campaign highlights the negative impacts of unnecessary medical interventions.
What is a key concern regarding treatments that provide little clinical benefit?
They can lead to physical or psychological harm
Such treatments waste resources and may negatively affect patient health.
Fill in the blank: The strategy aims to deliver healthcare which fits the _______ needs and circumstances of service users.
[health]
This ensures that care is effective and beneficial for the patient.
What is the overarching aim of Prudent Healthcare?
To improve health and well-being of the nation
This is integral to the Welsh Government’s long-term health strategy.
