History
When and why was the first two-way radio used?
It first used in 1920 by physicians that needed to get in contact with ships.
What virus can cause various respiratory infection in humans and can worsen underlying conditions?
COVID-19.
Who does this technology mainly benefit?
Non emergency and palliative/routine care patients.
How is the delivery of care impacted without telemedicine?
Many doctors and experts don’t desire to go to deprived areas which can put patients at a disadvantage.
What does AI bringing to healthcare?
Problem solving/research, logic/interference, planning, probabilistic reasoning/decision making, learning, communication, perception, and robotics.
The first two-way video was used by who, when, and for what?
When the world was shut down, what corporation was able to easily adapt to being online?
Hospitals.
What benefits do patients state about using telehealth?
That it is extremely convenient and time saving.
Do physical tests make a difference?
For many conditions, physical tests may be required to provide an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
Computers or “intelligent agents” serve what purpose?
Patient monitoring, healthcare information technology, intelligent assistance/diagnosis, and information analysis collaboration.
In the 1960’s a breakthrough with this technology was made by which country?
The United States.
What method was used during this time to reduce expose?
The social gap or social distancing of 6+ feet.
Why do hospitals encourage this technology use?
Because it is reliable and effective for both patients and providers, if there are strict hospital limitations these virtual meetings are provided.
What are other obstacles faced?
Possible legal/ethical considerations, security, standards, law/regulation, and education challenges could be involved.
Chatbots work alongside humans for what?
To interact with patients and caregivers providing monitoring and surveillance of patients for data measurement/recording.
From 1973 to 1977 what government agency started a massive telemedicine project?
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
Telemedicine was used for what by hospitals?
To decrease the use of hospital resources, increase access to care, and minimize transmission of viruses.
What about out of state care?
Patients can see specialist out of state for a reduced or fully covered cost by insurance and providers can also be reimbursed.
What challenges with this technology are being observed?
Bandwidth, poor telecommunications, lack of computer/software access, and user expectations are seen.
What is wearable technology?
They are consumer facing, sensor enabled devices that can continuously or intermittently track health related data such as physical activity, heart rate, or sleep patterns.
What is STARPAHC and why was it designed?
Space Technology Applied to Rural Papago Advanced Health Care (STARPAHC) was designed by NASA to improve health care delivery for both astronauts and ordinary Americans.
Safe care offered from a distance benefited who?
The public, patients, and providers.
How does prescriptions of controlled medicine work via telehealth?
These substances can be provided by this technology without an in person evaluation which further provides accessible and equitable care.
Do hospitals face barriers too?
There are issues with access, exchange, and use of electronic health information as well as financial burdens.
Where are these worn and for who?
There is innovative smart jewelry that can be worn on the fingers, ears, or neck that is self tracking. Mainly used for the older population with noncommunicable diseases.