Ch. 12 Computers and Technology in Health Care
What is personal computer?
a versatile digital device designed for individual use
What is Spreadsheet?
A spreadsheet uses}{ special software to perform high-speed math calculations.
What is virtual learning?
Virtual learning is an online teaching and learning environment that uses computers and the Internet to allow teachers to present information and activities and, at times, even engage and interact with students.
What is positron emission tomography?
Positron emission tomography (PET): To perform a PET scan, a slightly radioactive substance is injected into the patient and detected by the PET scanner.
What is Telemedicine?
Telemedicine, discussed in detail in Section 1:2, involves the use of video, audio, and computer systems t to provide medical or health care services.
What is viruses?
Viruses are programs that contain instructions to alter the operation of the computer programs, erase or scramble data on the computer, or allow access to information on the computer.
What is radiation therapy?
Radiation therapy can be given to cure cancer by destroying all the cancer cells or, in cases where this is not possible, as a palliative treatment to improve the quality of a person's life by reducing pain and suffering.
What is Telepharmacies?
Telepharmacies allow for rapid dispensing of medications.
What is Record?
Previously if medical records had to be transferred between physicians or health care agencies, they were faxed, mailed, or manually carried by the patient.
What is Ultrasonography?
Ultrasonography: This is a noninvasive scanning method that uses high-frequency sound waves that bounce back as an echo when they hit different tissues and organs inside the body
What is robotic surgery?
Robotic surgery, also called computer-assisted surgery, is another major technological advance
What is uninterrupted power supply?
To protect a computer from electrical surges and power outages, an uninterrupted power supply (UPS) device should be used.