The role of informatics on healthcare

1. What percentage of hospitals in the United Nations communicate with patients using telemedicine?

• 1. 56%

• 1. 76%

• 1. 66%

• 1. 86%

Which demographic characteristic is mentioned as influencing patient participation in informatics? 

• 1. Race

• 1. Education level

• Age

• 1. Physical ability

 Which organizations initially provided funding for telemedicine pilot programs?

• 1. The United Nations and World Health Organization (WHO)

• 1. NASA and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services 

• 1. The American Medical Association and FDA

• 1. The World Bank and UNESCO

What was a major concern of telemedicine?

• 1. High cost of implementation 

• 1. Increased risk to patient privacy 

• 1. Lack of interest of patients

• 1. Shortage of technical support

What was one of the goals of the Meaningful Use Program created in 2009?

• Reduce healthcare cost 

• 1. Encourage the adoption of electronic health records (EHRs)

• Improved access to remote care

• Fund research in virtual reality healthcare

What role do policymakers play in the context of healthcare informatics?

• They develop software for electronic health records.

• They ensure compliance with privacy and security laws.

• They act as primary healthcare providers.

• They manage patient scheduling systems.

What is one of the main advantages of telemedicine highlighted in the paper?

• It can fully replace in-person assessments.

• It is mainly used for aesthetic treatments.

• It allows school nurses to consult with medical professionals without interrupting education.

• It has eliminated the need for physical clinics.

Which act emphasizes the importance of telemedicine in maintaining patient safety and care quality?

• A) HITECH Act

• American Medical Association Guidelines

• Affordable Care Act

• Telehealth Protection Act

Which group of physicians uses informatics at twice the rate compared to their counterparts?

• Urban physicians

• Pediatricians

• Rural primary care physicians

• Surgeons

Which specialty uses telemedicine to supplement in-person care in South Korea and Japan?

• Radiology

• Dermatology

• Psychiatry

• Emergency Medicine