Technology Week 7: Safety and Use of Technology

A branch of medicine focused on repairing and renewing human cells, tissues, or organs to restore their normal function.

A type of therapy that uses the body's immune system to fight diseases like cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infections.

A scientific field that uses engineering principles to design and create living organisms, viruses, and cells.

The use of cells and their properties to develop medical devices and drugs.

A type of medicine that is tailored to each individual's unique genetic makeup and health needs.

The use of computer algorithms to analyze large datasets, such as medical images, to improve diagnosis and prognosis.

Advanced therapy medicinal products that use somatic cells, gene therapy, tissue engineering, or combinations of these techniques.

These drugs target specific cells or pathways in the body to reduce damage to healthy tissue and maximize therapeutic benefits.

A medication delivery method where the drug is injected directly into a muscle, allowing for slower, sustained absorption. Ideal for drugs requiring prolonged effects or unsuitable for intravenous administration.

A medication delivery method involving direct injection into a vein, ensuring immediate drug entry into the bloodstream and rapid effect.

A machine-readable code composed of lines, spaces, or patterns representing data, scanned by devices like barcode readers or smartphones, converting information into digital format.

The use of barcode technology to identify patients accurately. This helps prevent medication errors and ensures the right treatment for the right patient.

Barcode technology enables real-time tracking of medication usage, medical supplies, and patient records, improving inventory management and resource allocation.

The application of barcode technology in healthcare helps prevent medication errors, improves patient safety, and ensures accurate administration of medication.

Barcode technology helps streamline healthcare workflows by automating data collection, documentation, and administrative processes.

The use of standardized, sterilized materials such as gauze or transparent dressings to cover and protect intravascular catheters.

A device designed to enhance tracheostomy patient care by detecting and alerting to airway abnormalities, facilitating timely intervention.

An alarm triggered when increased resistance is detected in the airway, potentially due to blockage or tube bending.

An alarm that sounds when a loss of pressure is detected, signifying a possible leak or disconnection in the ventilation system.

A device that monitors the tracheostomy tube's seal with the trachea to prevent air leakage and ensure efficient ventilation.

A critical function of the TracheSeal system that detects leakage around the tracheostomy tube and provides early warning to medical staff.

Big data and algorithms help in better understanding and managing diseases like influenza or diabetes. It allows for personalized health recommendations and early detection.

By analyzing genetic information, AI can find patterns that lead to better treatments and early diagnosis of genetic conditions.

Telemonitoring uses technology to keep a close eye on patients at home, improving care without requiring expensive hospital stays. Think of it as a virtual doctor's visit.

Biosensors are tiny devices that detect specific chemicals in your body, like sweat or saliva. This helps with early disease detection and personalized health monitoring.

VR immerses patients in a simulated environment to treat phobias or manage pain. It can also help prepare for surgeries or provide physical therapy.

Robotics assists surgeons with precision, reducing surgery time and recovery, and lowering the risk of needing more surgeries. It's like a highly skilled robotic assistant for surgeons.

Augmented Reality (AR) adds digital information to the real world. It helps surgeons see through tissues, locate veins, and provides training simulations.

Technology in healthcare is dynamic in 4 dimensions: core industrial moves, clinical technology, health system transformations, and information technologies. This ensures that healthcare innovations constantly adapt and improve.

A type of wound dressing that helps promote healing by facilitating granulation and allowing oxygen to reach the wound.

These dressings utilize a barrier to prevent bacteria from entering the wound, protecting it from infection.

A method of ventilation that uses negative pressure around the chest and abdomen to help air enter the lungs, improving breathing in patients with respiratory failure.

A method of ventilation that delivers air into the lungs by creating positive pressure in the airway, helping patients breathe when they struggle to do it on their own.

A type of positive pressure ventilation that provides constant air pressure during both inhalation and exhalation, commonly used for conditions like sleep apnea.

A type of positive pressure ventilation that alternates between higher pressure during inhalation and lower pressure during exhalation, suitable for patients who find CPAP uncomfortable.

A method of monitoring oxygen levels in the blood using a device placed on the finger or earlobe, commonly used to assess oxygenation in patients with respiratory issues.

A technique used to assess lung function by measuring the volume of air that is inhaled and exhaled, often used to monitor respiratory health and detect problems like asthma or lung disease.

Using technology like phones, video calls, and online platforms to deliver nursing care from a distance, without being physically present.

A type of tele-nursing where nurses remotely monitor patient health, interpret data from devices like blood glucose monitors or fall detectors, and guide patients to necessary resources based on their needs.

A type of tele-nursing where nurses assess the urgency of a patient's medical situation and recommend next steps, often through initial assessments and prioritization of care needs.

A type of tele-nursing focused on providing care and support to patients in their homes, ensuring continuous care and comfort without requiring physical visits.

Tele-nursing can be used to help manage chronic conditions by enabling ongoing communication to ensure timely interventions and effective management of the condition.

Tele-nursing provides remote care and support for individuals in high-risk groups, like those with chronic conditions, to help manage their health and prevent complications.

Tele-nursing can help address long-term care needs by providing remote support for individuals who want to live independently, for example, by using alarms and sensors to monitor health and detect falls.

Tele-nursing can help monitor patients' health remotely using devices like blood glucose monitors or fall detectors, allowing nurses to intervene when needed, preventing complications and ensuring better health outcomes.