Chapter 1 - Vocabulary

Defined as methods of treatment that are substituted for biomedical therapies.

• Alternative Therapies

• Biotechnology

• Geriatric Care

• Complementary Therapies

Defined as methods of treatment that are used in conjunction with conventional medical therapies.

• Alternative Therapies

• Complementary Therapies

• Energy Conservation

• Telemedicine

Defined as the state of being in good health.

• Telemedicine

• Pandemic

• Holistic Healthcare

• Wellness

Defined as a disease that affects a wide geographic area.

• Outpatient Services

• Diagnostic Related Groups

• Pandemic

• Geriatric Care

Defined as monitoring the use of energy to control costs and conserve resources.

• Biotechnology

• Cost Containment

• Telemedicine

• Energy Conservation