Telehealth has been used for some time in rural areas. In order to expand the use of telehealth, it has been proposed that it would be useful in which other areas? Select all that apply
1. Private physician obstetrical practice
2. Home healthcare
3. School-based healthcare in inner cities
4. Inpatient surgery centers
5. Emergency departments
2, 3
Explanation: 1. At this time, telehealth is unlikely to be used in this area.
2. Home healthcare presents a likely practice area for telehealth.
3. School-based healthcare in inner cities presents a likely practice area for telehealth.
4. Telehealth technology offers opportunities to provide care when face-to-face interaction is impossible. It is currently not appropriate for use in this practice area.
5. Telehealth technology offers opportunities to provide care when face-to-face interaction is impossible. It is currently not appropriate for use in this practice area.
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