Health care costs are increasing as technology and related services increase
Patients interact with many health care providers, such as RNs, LPNs, physicians, physical therapists, medical technologists, radiation technologists, specialists, and others employed in health care. As a result of the complexity of care and multiple providers, health care is becoming fragmented. What are the major results of fragmented care?
A) Less confusion for clients regarding treatment.
B) Increased medication errors.
C) Clients receive more specialized care.
D) Lack of continuity of care.
Ans: B, C, D
Fragmented care increases health care costs and the number of providers/specialists seeing the client. A lack of continuity of care often results, increasing the client's confusion, and medication errors may increase. Although clients often receive specialized care and services, there may be conflicting care plans.
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