Providing Pediatric Preventative services through Telemedicine/Telehealth in school settings to increase access to care. Barriers to health care are so multifaceted that it can be difficult to determine one solution, however, an opportunity in reducing such barriers can be found in Telehealth. Telehealth makes primary care services more readily available and can be delivered and received from anywhere, albeit internet connection is needed. Many times access to health care can be limited by transportation. While only 66% of Maricopa residents reported having a primary care provider, that number is lower among minorities and may not be favorable among children.…
The article that I came across, describes telemedicine in correctional facilities. Throughout the article it discusses, many aspects about using telemedicine within a correctional facility to treat inmates, such as; advantages and disadvantages. One of the major topics of the article, is the benefits that telemedicine can have within a prison environment. It is known that telemedicine can have multiple benefits such as; improve treatment and reduce cost. Using telemedicine within a prison environment can have additional benefits for surrounding communities and inmates.…
I will be answering the question prompt regarding the top ten technology trends (Healthcare Informatics, 2013). From, the resource in Week 1, the Healthcare Informatics' (2013) website, I feel that one of the most important of the health technology trends is telehealth, as mentioned in Raths' (2013) article. Telehealth is defined as the use of electronic/computer technology and information to provide healthcare and telecommunication at a distance, that is not being physically present. Telehealth is one of the most important health technology trend because telehealth is able to provide and expand health and medical help and benefits, as well as reduce limitations. One limitation, for example, in the healthcare setting is that a patient…
In most healthcare settings, blood pressure measurements are constantly being taken and reordered and is very important for the patient and healthcare provider. It is important for blood pressure measurement to be accurate because over and under estimating pressures can lead to inappropriate treatments and misdiagnosis. Telehealth comes into play with the use of wearable devices that patients can use to monitor and track blood pressure measurements themselves. Wearable medical devices will provide not only continuous monitoring but track and already healthcare provides if a concern arises. These type of devices will be beneficial to patient who suffer from hypertension and those who have trouble either remembering to check or accurate monitor and record blood pressure measurements.…
Influences on Telemedicine Research Healthcare is one of the most important aspects of services that are provided the world over. It is a service that is fundamental for the very survival of the human race. It is for this reason that advances in this area should never stagnate. The only way to ensure that there are constant developments in the healthcare sphere is through consistent research into ways of making healthcare service more effective, safer and more efficient. Advances in medicine such as the use of telemedicine have ensured that doctors can provide their services to their patients far away from each other, a fact which minimizes the rush during emergencies to get to where the doctors…
Objective 1: Specific telemedicine software will be selected, and implemented based on the needs of the community and health care system. Needs will be assessed through surveys from patients, providers and members of the healthcare team, one year before implementation of telemedicine. Rationale Informatics strategies -Surveys will be created to be compatible with desktop, tablet-type computer platforms, and hand-held devices. -Surveys will also be mailed to people in the community as many living in rural areas do not have reliable access to computers or internet service. Hoyt & Yoshihashi (2014) identify that providers are increasing utilization of mobile and/or tablet-type platforms to complete work related and patient-care tasks.…
Telemedicine and E-health technology have made it possible for patients in urban and rural communities to gain access to critical health services. Telemedicine includes remote diagnosis of patients through telecommunications technology. Telemedicine involves a variety of medical activities such as teleconsulting and virtual collaboration with multiple physicians, tele-home care, remote diagnosis, and remote surgery (Hansen 2006). The benefits of telemedicine are improved access, cost efficiency, and patient demand. Telemedicine improves access to care providing access to care through channel other than physical presence.…
Telehealth technology is rapidly evolving with the potential to use video capability to promote health to individuals in rural and underserved populations (Hall & McGraw, 2014). Use of telehealth technology for breastfeeding is an area of promise that could help meet the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP), Healthy People.gov (n.d.) objective of 25.5% of infants that are exclusively breastfeeding by six months. The purpose of this paper is to analyze: the impact of videoconferencing technology for breastfeeding support; the regulatory and ethical implications of videoconferencing; how the data is communicated in nursing practice; and the clinical and administrative controls required for the videoconferencing technology.…
Abstract Health-information exchange, that is, enabling the interoperability of automated health data, can facilitate important improvements in healthcare quality and efficiency. A vision of interoperability and its benefits was articulated more than a decade ago. Since then, important advances toward the goal have been made. The advent of the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act and the meaningful use program is already having a significant impact on the direction that health-information exchange will take. Health information exchange (HIE) is defined as the mobilization of health care information electronically across organizations within a region or community.…
Heart failure is a major and growing public health problem. Despite advances in the care of patients with heart failure, many patients are readmitted to the hospital due to frequent exacerbation from poor compliance with treatments. Many home care agencies have implemented tele-monitoring systems for heart failure patients. Home-based tele-monitoring is a therapeutic tool used to aid in the reduction of readmissions to hospitals as well as help reduce medical costs overall. Thus improving the tele-monitoring healthcare system and increasing patient satisfaction.…
Another significant fact of Telehealth is the revolutionary method of communication that has been establish around the globe. Technology has become a reliable instrument to the healthcare system providing accurate diagnoses and decreasing the risk of health complications. Innovative technology such as robotics procedure, fluoroscopic procedures and medication management are a few of the broad used of technological resources. Telehealth is indeed the leader in providing the medical professionals with the right tools to expand and improve the medical system. Through decades the healthcare system confront challenges identifying and decreasing the high mortality on patients with terminal illness…
situations where conventional doctor and patient interaction such as a physical examination, cannot be undertake by technology. Face to face consultation is much preferred. Therefore threat of substitute for CGH is low as telehealth cannot replace traditional medical practices; only can serves as a support to the healthcare industry. 3.3 Bargaining power of customers: Low The bargaining power of patients for CGH is low as healthcare industry is almost not affected by buyer power as the healthcare industry is constantly providing healthcare services to people, regardless of how good or bad economy is.…
Zulman et al (2015) have suggested an example of this with tracking medication, which would bring in a working relationship with the pharmacology team. This can also help when speaking to the health care provider, which can support the patient in the decision-making proses in, regards to their own health. The use of telehealth can have a huge impact on patients managing their own chronic conditions especially if they have multiple chronic conditions. By using teleconferencing, the patient could interact with many of the teams involved with their care, which can reduce the about of conflicting advice given. This will empower the patient to take charge of their health…
Telemedicine is used to close the gap created by doctors when they are stretched too thin. Although it may be pricy for these HSO’s to create a more IT friendly work environment for their staff, it will help them in the long run, creating better patient satisfaction scores and make staff more efficient. Information Technology will play a key role in improving quality of…
Speaker note: Through the electronic communication such as video- conferencing, transmission of images, remote monitoring of vital signs, sending health alerts to the patients and providers through body sensors are the features of technology, which updates patient and providers about patients health status. If the health status of a patient is within normal limit, it will automatically store in the record for future reference. If the patient’s health status is unstable, it will send an alert to the patient and provider that they need to connect and make a health plan, which will help them to make a treatment decision on time (The American Telemedicine Association, 2006). Real- Time Data Encourages Outcome-…