18 Questions
What technological inventions kicked off early telemedicine?
Electrical telegraph and telephone
In the late 1800s, what type of establishment was connected to 21 local physicians through an early version of the telephone?
Drugstore
Who introduced the concept 'Teledactyl' in 1925 in the context of telemedicine?
Hugo Gernsback
When did the first real-time video telemedicine consultation using interactive telemedicine take place?
1959
What major technological advancement supported the information explosion in the field of telemedicine in the 1990s?
Internet protocols
What was the first use of telemedicine in transmitting medical data and images in the late 1950s and early 1960s?
Video, images, and medical data
What is one of the main importance of Pharmacy Informatics in urban area?
Decreasing healthcare and travel costs
Which of the following is NOT included in the information about drugs?
Patient diet plans
What skills are needed to implement knowledge in patient-centered care according to the text?
Effective literature and Web search skills
What role do information and technology skills play for pharmacists in the context of Pharmacy Informatics?
Helping pharmacists to clearly see the complex picture of medication management for each patient
Telemedicine is known for which historical development according to the text?
Early adoption of remote medical consultations
What did the inventions of electrical telegraph and telephone contribute to the history of telemedicine?
They facilitated communication for medical consultations at a distance
What is the primary focus of Clinical Informatics?
Promoting understanding and integration of information technology in healthcare settings
What is a key responsibility of an Informatics Pharmacist?
Maintaining databases of medication management systems
Why is Pharmacy Informatics important in rural areas?
To improve patient-centered healthcare in rural settings
What is the main benefit of Telemedicine in occupational medicine?
Improving the efficiency of healthcare plans for patients
How does Change Management apply to healthcare delivery?
By constantly adapting to new diagnostic tools and clinical practices
What is one key role of an Informatics Pharmacist concerning information technology (IT)?
Identifying solutions to and resolving system problems
Test your knowledge on the evolution of communication methods from ancient times to early telemedicine, including the role of fire, smoke signals, drums, horns, telegraph, and telephone in shaping long distance communication.
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