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What is a wearable home device that monitors sleep?

Apple Watch, blood pressure monitors, glucose meters.

What does PTSD stand for?

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

What factors are important when considering a patient using telehealth?

Internet access, willingness, cost, understanding of how to use it, and availability of technology at home.

When should you notify a healthcare provider (HCP) when taking care of a patient?

When vital signs change, neurological status changes, or when recognizing abnormal trends.

A patient with acute kidney injury has a blood pressure of 160/102. Is this normal?

No, but it is expected because the kidneys help regulate blood pressure.

What is the purpose of telehealth?

To provide healthcare services remotely, increasing access and convenience.

Is telehealth a full replacement for in-person visits?

No.

What is store-and-forward telehealth?

A method where patient information is collected and forwarded to a provider for review later.

What is remote home monitoring?

A system where patients use devices at home to track health data and send it to healthcare providers.

What do the fields/keys mean in a database?

They represent specific data points used for organizing and retrieving information.

What is an abstract?

A summary of a research article.

What is full text?

The complete article or document.

Which is more beneficial: abstract or full text?

Full text provides more detailed information.

What are some databases used to find systematic reviews?

Common ones include PubMed, Cochrane Library, and CINAHL.

When searching for articles/journals in a database, what is important to look for?

Sample population, methodology, diversity, and controlled trials.

How should you search for information in a database?

Use keywords, Boolean operators, and filters like publication date.

How recent should your article be for research purposes?

Within the last five years.

Why would you read an abstract?

To get a general idea of the article before reading the full text.

What is the difference between research quality and evidence-based practice?

Research quality refers to the credibility and validity of studies, while evidence-based practice involves applying the best available research to clinical decisions.

What should you consider when collecting patient information?

Privacy and confidentiality.

What is the reasoning for using sterile gloves when doing data mining for catheter insertion?

To prevent infection.

What is the difference between a database and Excel?

A database is structured for large-scale data storage and retrieval, while Excel is primarily for data analysis and visualization.

What is the best approach when collecting data?

Monitor and observe directly.

What is the difference between quantitative and qualitative data?

Quantitative data is numerical (measurable), while qualitative data is descriptive (non-numerical).

Which data storage system is most preferred in healthcare?

Electronic Health Records (EHR).

Compare pie charts, bar graphs, and line graphs.

Pie charts show proportions, bar graphs compare different categories, and line graphs show trends over time.

Where can you find information about medical costs and surveys?

Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ).

What is CDSS?

A system that provides healthcare professionals with clinical knowledge and patient-specific information to improve decision-making.

What is the difference between structured and unstructured data?

Structured data is organized (e.g., lab results), while unstructured data is freeform (e.g., clinical notes).

What is big data?

Large, complex data sets that require advanced tools for analysis.

What is the difference between a poster presentation and a PowerPoint presentation?

A poster is a visual summary, while a PowerPoint presentation allows for more detailed explanations.

What is the recommended font style for presentations?

Do not use more than three different fonts.