eHealth and Patient Engagement

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What is at the core of participatory patient-centered care?

Patients are seen as passive recipients of care.

Care is solely determined by healthcare professionals.

Patients are integrated as partners in their care. (correct)

Healthcare is delivered without patient involvement.

What does HCAHPS measure?

Hospital staff satisfaction levels.

Healthcare costs associated with patient treatment.

Patient perceptions of their hospital experience. (correct)

Clinical outcomes of various treatment methods.

Which of the following services is Zocdoc primarily associated with?

Scheduling surgeries in specialty hospitals.

Finding healthcare providers based on specialty and insurance. (correct)

Providing emergency treatment facilities.

Conducting medical research on new treatments.

What is classified as Patient Generated Health Data (PGHD)?

Health data created and shared by patients and their families. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes a Personal Health Record (PHR)?

A portable and shareable persistent data storage. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary benefit of utilizing a personal health record (PHR)?

Improved care coordination and patient safety Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of PHR that is linked to a single clinic or healthcare system?

Tethered PHR Signup and view all the answers

What barrier to PHR adoption addresses the challenges that arise from varying levels of digital literacy among the population?

The Digital Divide Signup and view all the answers

Which governmental policies are mentioned as drivers for PHR adoption?

HIPAA and HITECH Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a networked PHR from other types of PHRs?

It integrates data from multiple healthcare providers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an ePatient?

An individual who uses technology to manage their own health and wellness. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a driver for the emergence of ePatients?

Rising healthcare costs and changes in reimbursement. Signup and view all the answers

How does eHealth function in the context of healthcare?

It serves as a bridge for both clinical and nonclinical healthcare activities. Signup and view all the answers

What role do caregivers increasingly take on in the healthcare system?

They are expected to assume more responsibility for complex patient needs. Signup and view all the answers

What benefit does improved access to the internet provide to patients?

It supports sharing information and fosters connectedness. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the Mobile Health Group Project?

Studying and comparing health-related mobile applications Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following criteria should be included in the Mobile Health App Assessment?

Function and usability Signup and view all the answers

In the reflective scenario, what is the relationship between the IT Analyst and the Chief Information Officer?

The CIO is a senior executive overseeing the IT department Signup and view all the answers

What information should groups include regarding app reviews in their assessments?

Overall star rating and total number of ratings Signup and view all the answers

What is the final outcome expected from the group project on mHealth apps?

A recommendation for the top app in the selected focus area Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary activity the IT Analyst should engage in during the elevator conversation with the CIO?

Ask a thoughtful question related to the IT department Signup and view all the answers

How many mobile health applications should the groups assess in their project?

Four Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of usability should be evaluated in the app assessments?

Ease of use and barriers to use Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between mHealth and telehealth?

mHealth allows for greater mobility compared to telehealth. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a benefit of mHealth?

Completely eliminating operational stresses on healthcare organizations. Signup and view all the answers

Which mHealth tool is associated with point-of-care diagnostics?

Dexcom Glucose Monitoring Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the major driving forces for the expansion of mHealth?

Consumer engagement in the healthcare industry Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following challenges associated with mHealth involves data interpretation?

People misinterpreting their own data Signup and view all the answers

How does mHealth improve healthcare system efficiencies?

By enabling rapid collection of accurate data. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these features is associated with mHealth tools?

Mobile device interfaces for Electronic Health Records (EHRs) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential risk associated with mHealth applications?

Legal risks related to data safety and regulation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mid-Term Exam Feedback

Exam feedback was provided to students.

The Engaged ePatient

eHealth is a broad concept that encompasses internet and web-based activities related to healthcare.
ePatients actively engage in their healthcare and use technology to manage their health and wellness.
ePatients are digitally enabled; they seek information, share knowledge, connect with others, participate in health decisions, and use digital devices to supplement their health journey.
Driving forces behind the rise of ePatients include rising healthcare costs, quality and safety concerns within the healthcare system, and greater access to information and connectedness through the internet.

Participatory Patient-Centered Care

This is a model of care in which patients play a fundamental role in the healthcare team.
Participatory medicine encourages active involvement from all parties, including patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, throughout the care continuum.

Health Informatics and ePatients

HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) is a survey used to measure patient satisfaction with hospital experiences.
Public reporting of HCAHPS results allows patients to compare healthcare organizations.
The CMS "Care Compare" website publishes HCAHPS star ratings.
Zocdoc is a web-based service that allows patients to find providers, read reviews, and book appointments.
Patient Generated Health Data (PGHD) is health-related data created, recorded, or gathered by patients, family members, and caregivers.
New data architecture is required to integrate PGHD into healthcare systems.

ePatient Tools

ePatients utilize various tools such as mHealth apps, comprehensive web-based content, social networks, wearable sensors, and Personal Health Records (PHRs).

Personal Health Records

PHRs are persistent, portable, and sharable data storage formats that can be paper or electronic.
Electronic PHRs offer additional features like EHR data access, secure messaging, and appointment scheduling.

PHR Adoption

Factors driving PHR adoption include the rise of personal computing devices, the development and adoption of EHRs, government policy, and consumer demand.

PHR Benefits

PHRs contribute to improved care coordination, patient safety, reduced repetitive tests, better self-management of health, and the ability to grant access to proxies or caregivers

Types of PHRs

Stand-alone PHRs store health information on an individual's computer or USB.
Untethered PHRs are web-based systems not connected to a provider or healthcare organization.
Tethered PHRs are linked to a specific clinic or healthcare system, allowing patients to interact with providers.
Networked PHRs integrate data from multiple sources like healthcare providers, health plans, and laboratories.

Barriers to PHR Adoption

Factors hindering PHR adoption include lack of awareness, usability issues, privacy concerns, the digital divide, provider engagement, interoperability challenges, and legal and policy obstacles.

SHU Student Health Portal & MyChart

The SHU Student Health Portal and MyChart provide a platform for students to access healthcare information and services.

mHealth: The Intersection of Mobile Technology and Health

mHealth utilizes mobile devices or wireless technology to achieve health objectives.
The difference between mHealth and telehealth is that mHealth uses consumer-grade hardware and allows for greater mobility.

Example Apps (mHealth)

Headspace: A meditation app
KardiaMobile: An EKG monitor
Dexcom: A glucose monitoring device (wearable)

mHealth Tools and Capabilities

mHealth tools encompass patient education, behavior change support, sensor technology, point-of-care diagnostics, registries, vital events tracking, data collection and reporting, EHR integration, decision support, and communication channels.

mHealth Driving Forces

Factors propelling mHealth adoption include technological advancements, the patient engagement movement, the need for global health and connected health services, and research interests driven by cost savings and potential earnings.

mHealth Benefits

mHealth offers benefits like enhanced access to healthcare services and information, improved efficiency and cost reduction, increased patient empowerment, better personal data access, and reduced operational stress on healthcare organizations.

mHealth Challenges

Challenges with mHealth include the risk of misinterpreting data, privacy concerns, and legal risks related to data safety, regulation, and oversight.

Reflective Journal #3 Assignment

Students are tasked with reflecting on a hypothetical scenario and responding with what they would say to a CIO in an elevator.

Mobile Health Group Project

Students will work in groups to analyze and compare four mHealth applications.
Groups will choose a health topic (weight loss, stress reduction, fitness, heart rate monitoring, diabetes tracking etc.) and select four related mHealth apps to compare.
The project will evaluate the apps using criteria like functionality, usability, and overall reviews.
The final component of the project is a recommendation for the group's top app choice.

Mobile Health Group Project: Section One - Mobile Health App Assessment

This section requires a write-up describing the key features of each app.
Each app should be evaluated based on its function, usability, and overall review ratings.

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Explore the concepts of eHealth and the rise of ePatients. This quiz covers the role of technology in healthcare and how patients actively participate in their care. Understand the dynamics of participatory patient-centered care and its importance in modern healthcare.