Health Information Management - Departments

List out 5 of the common Primary care services :

List out 5 of the common Tertiary care services :

What level of care (primary, secondary, or tertiary) would the following patients need? 56 year old female with diabetic retinopathy

• Primary

• Secondary

• Tertiary

What level of care (primary, secondary, or tertiary) would the following patients need? 6 year old male requiring neurosurgery for hydrocephalus

• Primary

• Secondary

• Tertiary

What are the advantages of a hospital serving a specific patient population (i.e., children, women, military, etc.)?

• Higher level skills

• Better quality services

• Comfort for patients

• Training and research

Would the following services be considered diagnostic or therapeutic? Ultrasound

• Diagnostic

• Therapeutic

Would the following services be considered diagnostic or therapeutic? Chemotherapy

• Diagnostic

• Therapeutic

Would the following services be considered diagnostic or therapeutic? Hemodialysis

• Diagnostic

• Therapeutic

What is the function of the Dietetics department?

• Provides food and diet services to patients

• Ensures that patients receive proper nutrition to facilitate healing and recovery

• Offers counseling on dietary restrictions

• Conducts research on nutrition

What is the function of the Environmental Services department?

• Provide housekeeping services by cleaning and removing wastes and hazardous substances

• Manage hospital waste disposal

• Ensure patient safety through sanitation

• Conduct environmental health assessments