Obstacles to the increased use of telemedicine include __________.

a. Lack of healthcare providers who are familiar with using the Internet
b. The cost for healthcare organizations to purchase the equipment needed
c. Studies have shown that this mode of interaction is not as effective as face-to-face interactions
d. Effectively ensuring communication confidentiality


Ans: d

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