Match each of these types of medical services to the correct definition.

-Services rendered by a physician whose opinion is requested by another physician for evaluating a patient's illness.
A)Concurrent care
B)Consultation
C)Continuity of care
D)Counseling
E)Critical care
F)Emergency
G)Referral

Question

Match each of these types of medical services to the correct definition.

-Services rendered by a physician whose opinion is requested by another physician for evaluating a patient's illness.
A)Concurrent care
B)Consultation
C)Continuity of care
D)Counseling
E)Critical care
F)Emergency
G)Referral

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A consultation is a medical service in which a physician is asked to evaluate a patient's illness by another physician.

Answer: G
 A referral is a medical service in which a patient is directed by one physician to another physician or healthcare provider for specialized care or evaluation.

Answer: A, C
 Concurrent care involves multiple healthcare providers treating the same patient at the same time, while continuity of care involves ensuring that a patient's medical care is consistent and uninterrupted over time. Both of these types of medical services involve ongoing or simultaneous care provided by different healthcare providers.

Answer: D
 Counseling involves providing guidance or advice, such as in situations where a physician might counsel a patient on lifestyle changes or coping techniques.

Answer: E 
 Critical care involves the specialized treatment and monitoring of critically ill or injured patients, typically in an intensive care unit (ICU) or other specialized setting.

Answer: F 
 Emergency medical services are provided in situations where immediate medical attention is necessary, such as in cases of trauma or severe illness.

Match Each of These Types of Medical Services to the Correct