Comprehend Concepts One way to practice prevention and health maintenance is to have an annual physical exam. List some reasons why you should have an annual exam and explain why it would be important to know your family’s health history for this type of exam. If you were having an annual exam today, what are three questions related to your present health and well-being that you would want to ask the doctor? List these three questions. Learning Outcomes After studying this lesson, you will be able to ● ●● summarize how people access health services in the United States ●● explain the rights of minors to seek health services ●● analyze the importance of getting regular checkups and screenings ● identify when health services are needed to treat a health condition and ● ● list the steps in seeking treatment for a health condition. Lesson 2.3 Accessing Health Services Essential Question? What steps can you take to get needed health services? Key Terms emergency healthcare healthcare inpatient facilities minors outpatient facilities preventive healthcare primary care physician (PCP) specialists Warm-Up Activity Annual Physical Exam A n important skill for maintaining your health is getting appropriate healthcare. In the healthcare industry, professionals deliver different types of care, including diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, prevention, education, and research. At some point in your life, you may need all of these services. Understanding the Healthcare Industry The healthcare field employs more people than any other industry in the United States. The field is diverse and includes many types of professions and health services. Some professions provide highly specialized services. healthcare medical care that seeks to prevent and treat health conditions Questions for my doctor Irina Qiwi/Shutterstock.com Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 50 Unit 1 Promoting a Lifetime of Health and Wellness