objectives:
objectives By the end of this presentstion the student will be able to; Define primary health care. Explain the level of primary health care. Discus the P akistan nurses main power development at PHC level.
Definition:
Definition Primary health care is the first level of contact with the health system to promote health, prevent illness, care for common illnesses, and manage ongoing health problem.
Level of Primary health care:
Level of Primary health care Primary health care. Secondary health care. Tertiary health care.
PRIMARY HEALTH CARE:
PRIMARY HEALTH CARE The first level of contact between the individual and the health system. Essential health is provided. Provided by the primary health centers.
SECONDARY HEALTH CARE:
SECONDARY HEALTH CARE More complex problems are dealt with. Provided by the district hospital. The 1 st referral level.
Tertiary health care:
Tertiary health care Offers super-specialist care. Provided by central level institution. Provide training programs.