Pediatric Urgent Care Glossary

Pediatric Urgent Care Terms and Concepts

1. Acute Care: Treatment for short-term but severe episodes of illness, injury, or other medical conditions that require urgent attention.
2. Allergy Testing and Treatment: Identifying and managing allergies in children.
3. Antibiotics: Medications used to treat bacterial infections, not effective against viruses.
4. Asthma Management: Care and treatment plans for managing asthma, a chronic respiratory condition, in children.
5. Behavioral Health: A field of healthcare that focuses on the connection between behaviors and the health and well-being of the body, mind, and spirit.
6. Biopsy: A medical test involving the removal of tissue or cells for examination to determine the presence or extent of a disease.
7. Chronic Condition: A long-lasting medical condition that can be controlled but not cured, such as diabetes, arthritis, or heart disease.
8. Dehydration Treatment: Medical interventions for dehydration, often involving fluid replenishment.
9. Diagnostic Tests: Procedures used to identify or diagnose a disease or condition, such as blood tests, imaging tests, and biopsies.
10. Ear Infection Treatment: Diagnosis and treatment of infections in the ear, a common issue in pediatrics.
11. EHR (Electronic Health Records): Digital records of a patient’s medical history, maintained by healthcare providers over time, including all treatments and outcomes.
12. Family Counseling: Services provided by healthcare professionals to address and manage family health issues, including emotional and psychological support.
13. Fever Management: Guidance and treatment for managing fever in children, a common symptom of various conditions.
14. Fracture Care: Medical care for broken bones, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
15. Geriatric Care: Healthcare services specifically focused on the needs of elderly patients, often addressing complex medical issues related to aging.
16. Growth Monitoring: Regular assessment of a child’s growth and development to ensure they are meeting health milestones.
17. Health Risk Assessment: A method of identifying risk factors for diseases and other health conditions in an individual, often involving a questionnaire and physical examination.
18. Holistic Medicine: An approach to healthcare that considers the whole person, including physical, mental, emotional, and social aspects, rather than just symptoms of a disease.
19. Home Healthcare: Medical care provided in a patient’s home, often involving post-operative care, elder care, or chronic condition management.
20. Immunization: Administration of a vaccine to stimulate the body’s immune response against specific infectious diseases.
21. Injury Treatment: Care for various types of injuries, such as cuts, bruises, or sprains, commonly encountered in children.
22. Inpatient Care: Medical treatment requiring hospitalization, often for serious or complex health issues.
23. Laceration Repair: Medical procedure to treat cuts or tears in the skin, often requiring stitches or other closure methods.
24. Lifestyle Counseling: Guidance provided by healthcare professionals on diet, exercise, and other lifestyle choices to improve overall health and well-being.
25. Nebulizer Therapy: Treatment for respiratory conditions using a nebulizer to deliver medication directly to the lungs.
26. Nutritional Counseling: Advice and guidance on healthy eating and nutrition specifically for children.
27. Outpatient Care: Medical treatments or procedures that do not require an overnight stay in a hospital or medical facility.
28. Palliative Care: Specialized care aimed at providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness, focusing on improving quality of life for both the patient and the family.
29. Pediatric Care: Medical care for infants, children, and adolescents, focusing on the unique health needs and issues of these age groups.
30. Physical Exams: Routine examinations to assess a child’s general health and well-being.
31. Preventive Care: Health services aimed at preventing diseases or detecting health problems at an early stage when they are easier to treat.
32. Primary Care Provider (PCP): A healthcare professional who serves as a patient’s main point of contact for general medical care, often overseeing long-term care.
33. Referral: The process where a primary care physician directs a patient to a specialist for expert treatment or diagnosis.
34. Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Care: Treatment and care for RSV, a common respiratory virus in children.
35. Screening Tests: Medical tests or procedures performed on asymptomatic patients to detect potential diseases or conditions at an early, more treatable stage.
36. Sports Physicals: Health assessments required before participating in sports, ensuring a child is fit to play.
37. Strep Throat Treatment: Diagnosis and treatment for strep throat, a common bacterial infection in children.
38. Telemedicine: The delivery of healthcare services remotely via telecommunications technology, such as consultations over video calls.
39. Urgent Care: Healthcare services provided for illnesses or injuries that require immediate attention but are not serious enough to warrant an emergency room visit.
40. Vaccination Schedule: A timetable for administration of vaccines according to age and health condition, intended to provide immunity against infectious diseases.
41. Viral Infection Treatment: Care for various viral infections, common in pediatric patients.
42. Wellness Check: A routine medical examination for preventive healthcare, distinct from visits made for illness or injury.
43. Wound Care: Management and treatment of wounds to ensure proper healing and prevent infection.
44. X-ray Services: Radiological services to diagnose injuries and conditions within the body.