GI bleeding management — Flashcards

Flashcard 1: Medi-_____ is state/federal assistance for people with limited income/resources

Answer: caid

Flashcard 2: Which part of medicare provides basic medical bills (e.g. doctor's fees, diagnostic testing)? _____

Answer: Part B

Flashcard 3: What is the most common cause of hospital readmission in patients with private insurance?_____

Answer: Maintenance of chemo-/radiotherapy

Flashcard 4: Which healthcare payment model involves patients paying for each individual service at a pre-determined, discounted rate?_____

Answer: Discounted fee-for-service

Flashcard 5: Which major medical insurance plan has the cheapest monthly premiums and copays/deductibles?_____

Answer: Health maintenance organization

Flashcard 6: Which part of medicare provides insurance for prescription drugs? _____

Answer: Part D

Flashcard 7: Patient is angry about the amount of time spent in the waiting room. How should you respond?

Answer: Acknowledge the patient's frustration and apologize for any inconvenience. Stay away from efforts to explain.

Flashcard 8: Patient is upset about the way they were treated by another doctor or member of office staff.

Answer: Suggest that the patient speak directly with that physician. If problem with a member of office staff, tell the patient that you will speak to the individual.

Flashcard 9: A patient requires a treatment not covered by their insurance.

Answer: Never limit or deny care because of the expense in time or money. Discuss all options even if some are not covered by their insurance.

Flashcard 10: Phase 1 clinical trial

Answer: Small number of healthy volunteers

Extra: Safety, toxicity, pharmacokinetics