How does utilization management within the hospital setting differ from utilization management in the ambulatory care setting?
In the hospital setting, utilization management focuses on whether the patient requires hospitalization. In the ambulatory care setting, utilization management focuses on the necessity of a service such as referral to a specialist or the use of an expensive procedure.
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An advantage to using a device that provides continuous positive airway pressure for respiratory disorders is that:
a. Oxygen concentrations can be closely controlled in patients with COPD b. It can replace intubation in a patient who has lost the ability to maintain his airway c. Lower liter flows of oxygen are required when using these devices d. These devices keep the alveoli inflated resulting in improved lung efficiency
It can be difficult for first responders to stay current on their medical knowledge and skills due to ______
a. long delays between emergencies b. lack of training resources c. inconsistent medical direction d. constantly changing laws
Your crew is called for a patient with chest pain. When you arrive you find a large gathering of people watching an important football game. Your patient is reluctant to move from the TV room but the watchers are loud and the television is blaring. The environment is making it difficult to communicate with your patient. The primary problem effecting communication is:
A) empathy. B) confrontation. C) facilitation. D) interference.
As of October 1, 2016, the TRICARE Prime annual enrollment fee for retired service members is:
A) $0. B) $282 for an individual or $565 for a family. C) $300 for an individual or $600 for a family. D) $520 for an individual or $1,040 for a family.