Telehealth
What recent major event reemphasized the importance of telehealth in nursing?
COVID-19 pandemic
Name 2 patient care technologies we discussed.
smart beds
automated IV pumps/ medication dispensers
portable monitors
electronic MARS
True or False. MEDITECH is more expensive than Epic.
False
What is the biggest advantage of telehealth nursing?
Provides care in disadvantaged/remote settings
Access to care when visiting a hospital is not possible.
Convenience
True or False. Patient care technologies eliminate human error completely.
False
Between MEDITECH and Epic, which one has a longer learning process?
Epic
When do nursing students typically receive telehealth preparation?
clinical settings
What was the major point of implementing barcode medication administration?
Reduce risk of administering med to wrong patient
Name 3 distinct features of Epic.
Expensive
Highly customizable
Longer learning process
More controlling in their processes.
Constantly improving usability and function
Gives patient control over their information (Jason, 2021).
Name two technological features of telehealth nursing.
Videoconferencing, Bluetooth stethoscope, high definition camera
Name the benefits of a SMART bed.
Keeps patients safe
Reduce risk of fall
Tracks patient movement and vital signs
Which of the two release enhancements at a slower pace?
MEDITECH