Which factor has influenced the epatient movement?
a. The Internet
b. The Human Genome Project
c. The Association of Cancer Online Resources
d. The quantified self
ANS: A
A factor that has influenced the epatient movement is the Internet. The Human Genome Project involves identifying genes in human DNA. The Association for Cancer Online Resources is a useful resource for cancer patients. The quantified self is a term used to describe people who are invested in using tools and data to quantify and monitor their daily experiences using personal metrics.
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