Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 12, 2026

Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care
Published on: February 16, 2011
[Comprehensive considerations regarding the objectives and characteristics of primary care]
Cesare Meloni1, Cristina Arrigoni
1Università degli Studi di Pavia, Dipartimento di Medicina Preventiva, Occupazionale e di Comunità - Sezione di Igiene.
Abstract:
The authors define primary care (otherwise known as medical home) and the reasons that make its implementation necessary and then describe a possible organizational model. In particular, they highlight the significant role of professional nurses and discuss the current lack of nursing personnel. The latter represents an obstacle in the implementation of an efficient primary care program and the authors discuss a possible solution. Finally, the implementation of primary care will require changes to be made in the organizational structure of hospitals; these are also discussed.
Related Concept Videos
Primary Healthcare Services
In 1978, international leaders convened in Alma-Ata, Kazakhstan, for what would be a pivotal event in global health. The Alma-Ata Declaration was the first to call...
Patient-centered Care
Methods of Documentation VI: Case Management Model
For example, a patient with a chronic illness...
Methods Of Healthcare Delivery System
Managed Care System:
The managed care system is designed to control the cost while maintaining the quality of care. The patient's care from admission to discharge is planned by the primary care provider or the case manager, also known as the gatekeeper. In a managed care system, the number of care providers is limited...
Introduction To Health Care Delivery System
The Institute of Medicine (IOM) advocates for a patient-centered, effective, safe, timely, equitable, and effective healthcare system. The National Priorities...
Documentation in Long-Term and Home Healthcare Setting
Long-Term Care Facilities