E-Health Skills and Practices

This set covers vocabulary related to E-Health, mHealth apps, and telemedicine practices based on the lecture notes.

mHealth (Mobile Health)

A part of electronic health or "eHealth" that uses handheld electronic devices, such as cell phones and tablets, to communicate between healthcare providers, public health, and individuals.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

A technology used to develop digital health tools, such as chatbots that can answer patients' questions about their health.

Chatbots

Digital health tools powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) designed to answer health-related questions from patients.

e-Health

Healthcare services provided electronically via the internet.

E-health skills

The ability to find, understand, evaluate, and use digital health information and services effectively.

Use of mHealth Apps

The competency to download, navigate, and utilize health-related mobile applications for tracking data like steps, sleep, heart rate, and diet.

Google Fit

An example of an mHealth app used to monitor daily physical activity.

Medication Reminder App

A type of mobile health application used to help users follow correct medicine schedules.

Health Data Interpretation

Understanding and using health information provided by apps to make decisions, such as increasing exercise if step counts are low.

Evaluating Health Information

The practice of checking if online health sources are reliable and accurate to avoid misinformation from unverified social media posts.

Trusted Sources

Reliable entities for online health information, including the WHO, DOH, or medical websites.

WHO

World Health Organization; recognized as a trusted source for evaluating health information.

DOH

Department of Health; recognized as a trusted source for evaluating health information.

Digital Safety and Privacy

The practice of protecting personal health data when using apps and avoiding sharing sensitive information on untrusted platforms.

App Permissions

Settings within mobile applications that users must understand to ensure digital safety and privacy.

Self-Management Skills

The ability to set personal health goals, monitor progress, and adjust lifestyle habits using mobile apps.

Telemedicine

Digital tools used to access healthcare services remotely, allowing individuals to communicate with providers without going to hospitals or clinics.

Telemedicine Platforms

The digital infrastructure, including video calls, chat apps, and online consultation platforms, used to access healthcare services.

Virtual Consultations

Online medical appointments joined through telemedicine platforms to consult with healthcare providers.

Digital Communication Skills

The ability to clearly describe symptoms and health concerns and ask appropriate questions during online consultations.

Understanding Medical Advice

The ability to interpret instructions, prescriptions, and recommendations given online and follow digital treatment plans.

Digital Prescription

Instructions and medication orders provided by a doctor through a digital platform following a consultation.

Technology Use and Management

Knowing how to operate devices like smartphones and laptops and ensuring a stable internet connection for consultations.

Decision-Making Skills

The ability to determine when to use telemedicine (e.g., for mild fever) and when to seek face-to-face medical care (e.g., for chest pain or emergencies).

Face-to-Face Medical Care

In-person hospital or clinic visits required for emergencies, such as chest pain, rather than using telemedicine.