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WorksheetsDOL Telehealth and Patient Portals 8/18-19
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is telehealth?
Healthcare provided only in a hospital setting
Virtual delivery of healthcare services remotely
Communication between doctors only
A type of patient insurance plan
Which event led to a significant increase in telehealth appointments?
Hurricane Katrina
The COVID-19 pandemic
Advancements in X-ray technology
Development of CPR
How can telehealth help reduce the spread of illnesses?
By reducing the need for in-person visits
By providing free medication
By eliminating the need for doctors
By requiring fewer patient records
Which of the following is a benefit of telehealth for patients?
Increased travel expenses
Delayed access to test results
More convenient access to healthcare
Limited access to specialists
Which situation would most likely require an in-person evaluation instead of telehealth?
Reviewing lab results
Evaluating a minor rash
New pain symptoms
Discussing medication follow-up
What is one responsibility of a medical assistant during a virtual visit?
Diagnosing new conditions
Performing surgery remotely
Verifying medication and pharmacy information
Writing prescriptions
What is a patient portal?
A video call app for patients
A secure online platform for accessing personal health information
A hospital waiting room
A payment system for insurance
Which of the following is a benefit of patient portals?
Longer wait times for test results
Reduced demand on office staff
Less transparency in healthcare
Fewer opportunities for patients to access records
How can medical assistants assist patients with patient portals?
Helping with enrollment and setup
Prescribing new medications
Performing diagnostic tests
Developing patient treatment plans
How do telehealth and patient portals improve healthcare access for rural or underserved areas?
By reducing the number of healthcare workers needed
By limiting patient communication
By connecting patients with specialty care remotely
By replacing all in-person appointments
