A nurse is using telehealth technology in the home setting. Which of the following best describes the intervention that is being used by the nurse?
a. Uses Web TV to teach clients about their health
b. Shares health information using electronic communications
c. Makes regular visits to clients to check the technology
d. Risks violation of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
ANS: B
Telehealth includes sharing health information between the client and clinicians using electronic communications. Telehealth may or may not include video technology for live interactions. Tele-health allows for monitoring health status and symptom recognition, providing education, in-creasing communication, and enabling clients to become active partners in their own care.
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