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* Information & Communication Technology in Healthcare
* Need of ICT in Healthcare
* Constraints of implementation of ICT
* Implementation of ICT in various countries & India
* Various ICT Initiatives taken in India -
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2. 2
11:1 Introduction
Greatest advancement in information
processing since invention of
printing press
Use of computers a necessity in
health care
3. 3
Uses in Health Care
Hospital or medical information systems
(HIS or MIS)
Diagnostic testing
Education of health care personnel
Basic and applied research: statistical
analysis of data
4. 4
Computer Literacy
Ability to understand basics of how a
computer works and applications used in
your field or profession
Essential to every health care professional
Comfort in using a computer for job needs
Practice and experience in using
computers is necessary to develop
computer literacy
5. 5
History of the Computer
First computers installed in late 1950s and
early 1960s
Electronic Numerical Integrator and
Computer (ENIAC)
Microchips
Sizes of computers
6. 6
11:2 What is a
Computer System?
Electronic device that is a complete
information processing system
Hardware
Software
7. 7
Input Devices
Information is entered into the computer
by means of an input device
Computer keyboard
Magnetic tape
Touch screen monitor
Optical scanner
Mouse
Light pen
8. 8
Central Processing Unit
(CPU)
Processes all information or data entered
into the computer
Acts as the “brains” of the computer
Internal memory unit
Arithmetic and logic unit
Control unit
9. 9
Output Devices
Output the finished work of the computer
Occurs after data has been processed by
the CPU
Printer
Video display
Forms of output
10. 10
Computer Applications
First used to simplify accounting
procedures
Medical and hospital information system
(HIS or MIS)
11. 11
Computer Uses in
Health Care (Medical Technology)
Word processing
Compiling databases
Scheduling
Maintaining financial records
Monitoring patients
Performing diagnostic tests
12. 12
Computer Uses in
Health Care (Medical Technology)
Maintaining inventories
Developing spreadsheets
CAT
Ultrasound
MRI
ENDOSCOPY
Pacemaker
Photoshop CS2
Nuclear magnetic
13. 13
Examples of Uses
Admissions clerk
Physician
Pharmacist
Dietician
Medical Technologist
Laboratory technician
Nurse
Environmental service worker
14. 14
Computer Uses and Issues
Hand-held portable computer
Confidentiality
Contingency backup plan essential
15. 15
Computer Applications for
Diagnostics
Computer-based diagnostic tests
Analyzing blood tests
Electrocardiogram (ECG) computerized
interpretation systems
Computerized tomography (CT) scanner
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
17. 17
Computer Applications
for Education
Commonplace as an educational tool
Computer-assisted instruction (CAI)
Interactive video or
computer-assisted video
Computer applications for research
Research using computer technology
Clinical researchers
18. 18
11:4 Using the Internet
Network of computer users
Modem attached to computer,
telephone line, or cable lines and
specialized software
Readily connects to others
Many services and sources available
Major use in health care relates to
organ transplants
19. 19
Search Engines
Defined as a database of Internet files
Engines include: search program, index,
and retrieval program
Types of search engines: crawler-based,
human-powered, mixed
Many different search engines available
20. 20
Searching the Web
Must develop a strategy
Identify key words
Combine key words
Vary your search
21. 21
Searching the Web
(continued)
Evaluate the source of all information
– Not all data is accurate or current
– Check source of information
– Check the credentials of the author
– Note the date of publication
– Evaluate references if listed
Health care workers can research many
topics; can be an excellent learning tool
22. Contingency Plans
Whenever humans depend on machines,
contingency plans need to be made just in
case the machine stops functioning.
Computer downtime may be scheduled or
unexpected.
Medical facilities must have manual methods
available to accomplish all of the tasks a
computer does.
Examples: patient admissions, bed
assignments, medical records, ordering,
scheduling, etc.
.
22
23. Computers Can Be Our Friends
They can make our jobs
simpler. Examples:
– Data analysis
– Presentation of information
– Internet
– Databases
– Appointment scheduling
(coordinate multiple appts,
auto reminders)
– Patient monitoring
– Medical claims
Paperless records
(pharmacy, lab results,
radiology)
Information at our
fingertips (electronic
medical records)
Email systems
Off site/telemedicine
Payroll, employee info
Communication
Create documents (word
processing, spreadsheets)
23
24. Ethics and Confidentiality
The health care worker must remember
the importance of ethics and confidentiality
when using a computer.
Computers contain privileged information
that must be protected.
Keep your identifications codes and
passwords confidential to protect you and
the patient.
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25. Communication
Email (Electronic Mail)
– A means of creating and sending messages from one
computer to another using a system of networks.
– Now a standard professional communication tool.
– Can attach documents and files.
– It is essential that email messages be clear and
accurate.
– Keep messages brief and to the point.
– No personal email correspondence - employers have
the right to read and monitor any messages sent
through their computers.
25
26. Telemedicine
Medicine is practiced over telephone lines.
Images, such as x-rays can be transmitted.
Benefits:
– Allows patient access to specialists located far away.
– Communicate vital signs from home to a facility.
– Perform physical exams from a distance.
– Link physicians to emergency medical workers in the
field.
– Technology is advancing more quickly than society.
26
27. Telepharmacies
Allow dispensing of drugs at sites other than
pharmacies.
Instructions for prescriptions are sent to a
computerized dispensing unit over telephone
lines.
The dispensing unit prepares and releases the
exact dosage.
Safety features are built into the system to
prevent incorrect types and amounts of drugs
from being dispensed.
27
28. Virtual Communities
Individuals who use the Internet to communicate
and share information.
Discussion groups and methods for exchanging
information can be very valuable.
Health care workers and patients can share
information and experiences about specific health
conditions.
Examples:
– Chat rooms – correspond in real time.
– Listserves – receiving a newsletter/info on
specific topics.
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29. Internet
Began as a method for government authorities
to communicate in case of a nuclear attack.
Has rapidly grown to become a principal means
of communicating, conducting business,
shopping, learning, and securing needed
information.
Medical uses for the Internet:
– Organ transplant databases.
– Research and information.
– Patient education.
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30. Summary
Computers are an essential part of health
care and also a necessity.
All health care services have gained a
greater ability to treat, diagnose, and care
for patients through computerization.
Every health care worker should have
basic computer literacy.
Bottom line – computers DO enhance the
quality of patient care!!!
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Summary
Computers used as cost-effective and
efficient tools
Enhance quality patient care
Used for many areas of health care
Computer technology has had
tremendous impact on health care field