Disease management (health)
Disease Management (Health)
Disease management (pronunciation: dih-zeez man-ij-ment) is a system of coordinated healthcare interventions and communications for populations with conditions in which patient self-care efforts are significant.
Etymology
The term "disease management" originates from the need to manage and coordinate care for complex patients with chronic diseases. The term "disease" comes from the Old French desaise, meaning lack of ease, while "management" comes from the Italian maneggiare meaning to handle.
Definition
Disease management programs are designed to improve the health of persons with specific chronic conditions and reduce healthcare service use and costs associated with avoidable complications, such as emergency room visits and hospitalizations. These programs can be tailored to any chronic condition, such as diabetes, heart disease, or asthma.
Components
Disease management programs typically include the following components:
- Patient education: This involves teaching patients about their condition and how to manage it effectively.
- Medication management: This involves ensuring that patients are taking their medications correctly and understanding their purpose.
- Self-care: This involves teaching patients how to monitor their symptoms and when to seek medical attention.
- Care coordination: This involves coordinating care among various healthcare providers to ensure that patients receive comprehensive care.
Related Terms
- Chronic disease: A long-lasting condition that can be controlled but not cured.
- Healthcare provider: A person or organization that provides health services to individuals.
- Patient self-care: The ability of patients to manage their health and care.
- Healthcare intervention: An action taken by a healthcare provider to improve health outcomes.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Disease management (health)
- Wikipedia's article - Disease management (health)
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