level: Level 3 Beveridge Norway
Questions and Answers List
level questions: Level 3 Beveridge Norway
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Define Beveridge system | health care system in which the government provides health care for all its citizens through income tax payments. |
| What are the three main governmental levels in the Norwegian healthcare system? | 1. Central state 2.county governments 3.local governments/municipalities |
| What responsibilities do local governments in Norway have? | Primary health care, long-term care (e.g., nursing homes), primary schools, kindergartens, social care, social support, transportation, and utilities |
| What are the main services provided by the county governments? | Secondary schools, dental care, and transportation |
| What role does the central government play in healthcare? | Responsible for hospitals, universities, and secondary and tertiary care; hospitals are organized within four Regional Health Authorities (RHAs) |