Fig. 1 shows a rural telemedicine consultation in Balochistan. A nurse at a basic health unit uses a camera and internet connection to speak with a doctor i...
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Fig. 1 shows a rural telemedicine consultation in Balochistan. A nurse at a basic health unit uses a camera and internet connection to speak with a doctor in Karachi. The district health office is investigating whether this communication system can improve services without replacing all transport to major hospitals.
(a) Identify one piece of equipment, other than the camera, needed for the consultation. [1]
(b) Describe one type of patient who would still need to travel to a hospital. [1]
(c) Explain four ways telemedicine could support development and health care in remote parts of Pakistan. [4]
Answer Details
(a) Computer / laptop / smartphone / microphone / internet router. [1] (b) A patient needing surgery / emergency treatment / a scan or test unavailable locally. [1] (c) Any four: patients save time and transport cost [1]; specialist advice reaches isolated communities [1]; earlier diagnosis may prevent illness becoming severe [1]; local nurses gain guidance and training [1]; fewer unnecessary journeys reduce pressure on urban hospitals [1]; better health can improve attendance at work and school. [1]
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