Healthcare Concepts Flashcards

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Malpractice

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Professional negligence or misconduct by a healthcare provider that results in harm to a patient.

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Evidence-Based Practice

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An approach to healthcare that emphasizes the use of the best available scientific evidence to guide clinical decision-making.

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Healthcare Provider

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A licensed individual who provides healthcare services to patients.

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Medical Ethics

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Moral principles that apply values and judgments to the practice of medicine.

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Health Information Technology

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Refers to the delivery of healthcare services using telecommunications technology, such as video conferencing, remote monitoring, and mobile health applications.

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Confidentiality

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The obligation of healthcare providers to protect patients' medical information from unauthorized disclosure.

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Licensure

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A process by which a healthcare professional is granted legal permission to practice in their field.

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Informed Consent

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The process of understanding the risks and benefits of treatment before agreeing to it.

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Cultural Competence

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The ability of healthcare providers to understand and respond appropriately to the cultural beliefs, values, and practices of their patients.

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Health Promotion

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Efforts to improve the health of individuals and populations through education, behavior change, and environmental and policy interventions.