Telemedicine and Homeostasis Quiz

What is the role of insulin for a person?

• Insulin is not needed as the body produces enough naturally.

• Insulin helps to regulate blood sugar levels by allowing glucose to enter cells.

• Insulin is used to increase blood sugar levels.

• Insulin is only necessary during physical activity.

Which of the following is a potential drawback of remote monitoring in healthcare?

• It provides real-time data to healthcare providers.

• It can lead to data privacy concerns.

• It reduces the need for patient engagement.

• It is always more accurate than traditional methods.

Analyze how telemedicine has changed the accessibility of healthcare services. Provide evidence to support your answer.

• Telemedicine has made healthcare less accessible due to technological barriers.

• Telemedicine has increased accessibility by providing services to remote areas.

• Telemedicine has not impacted healthcare accessibility.

• Telemedicine has decreased the quality of healthcare services.

Explain how the body maintains homeostasis when blood sugar levels rise after eating.

• The pancreas releases glucagon to lower blood sugar levels.

• The liver converts glucose into glycogen for storage.

• The pancreas releases insulin to help cells absorb glucose.

• The kidneys excrete excess glucose immediately.

Evaluate the impact of telemedicine on patient-doctor relationships. What are some potential challenges and benefits?

• Telemedicine strengthens relationships by eliminating all communication barriers.

• Telemedicine can weaken relationships due to lack of personal interaction.

• Telemedicine has no impact on patient-doctor relationships.

• Telemedicine only benefits doctors, not patients.