Which of the following patients would benefit the most from telemonitoring technology?
a. Frail 81-year-old female who lives alone
b. 43-year-old female with arthritis
c. 52-year-old male with prostatitis
d. 67-year-old female with a thyroid disorder
A
Populations who benefit from telemonitoring include individuals who are noncompliant, frail and anxious, have a history of frequent hospitalizations or emergency room visits, or need frequent home visits without direct care.
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a. taxable, state sales taxed items b. nontaxable items, state sales tax exempt c. taxable items, state sales tax exempt. d. nontaxable items, state sales taxed items.