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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Why do people live in LTC facilities? | They need 24-hour skilled care. |
| What is skilled care? | Medically necessary care given by a skilled nurse or therapist; available 24 hours a day |
| What are the different names for a long-term care facility? | Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), rehabilitation centers, and extended care facilities. |
| What are some common conditions in LTC facilities? | Dementia, arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, mobility problems, terminal illness. |
| Why is a person in a LTC facility called a resident? | Because they live in the facility |
| What is the length of stay? | The number of days a person stays in a healthcare facility. |
| What would a chronic illness or condition be? | Long-lasting conditions like cancer, diabetes, asthma, arthritis, heart disease, epilepsy. |
| What is an acute illness? | A sickness that comes on quickly and doesn’t last very long. EX: Flu, strep throat, cold, food poisoning, broken bone. |
| What is the name of a person who lives in a long-term care facility? | Resident |
| What does the abbreviation Dx stand for? | Diagnoses |
| How does a diagnosis affect a person in a long-term care facility? | It affects the type of care a person receives and can influence their independence, emotions, and overall quality of life. |
| What is home healthcare? | Care given to people who are older or chronically ill but are able to and wish to remain at home. |
| What is assisted living? | Care for people who need help with some daily tasks, like showering, meals, and dressing; allows for more independent living. |
| Do individuals in assisted living need 24-hour care? | no |
| What are adult daycares? | Facilities for people who need help and supervision during certain hours but don’t live there. |
| What is acute care? | 24-hour skilled care given in hospitals or ambulatory surgical centers; short-term, immediate care for illness or injuries. |
| What is sub-acute care? | Care given in hospitals or long-term care facilities; less intensive than acute care but more than chronic care. |
| What is outpatient care? | Care for people who had treatments, procedures, or surgeries and need short-term skilled care; no overnight stay. |
| What is rehabilitation? | Care given by specialists and professionals to help a person recover and regain skills. |