Published 2024-03-15
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Abstract
The contemporary health care system is one of the most complicated and remarkable accomplishments of humanity. It integrates and builds upon layers of knowledge, technology, and dedication to the service of humanity. There are four fundamental components of this complex system that collaborate and contribute to the providing quality care to patients. These components are: emergency care, pharmacy, nursing, and laboratory medicine. Each of these components is fundamental to the system and the provision of health care and the diagnosis, treatment and management of health care needs. These components form an interconnected system that supports patients from the moment of emergency health care needs all the way to recovery and beyond.