Question 1

The two basic forms of telemedicine are _____.

Accepted Answer

The two basic forms of telemedicine are store-and-forward, in which patient data is collected and transmitted for later review by a healthcare provider, and live, in which a healthcare provider and patient engage in real-time communication via video conferencing, phone, or messaging. Therefore, options B, C, and D are not correct.

Question 2

The _____ program was launched in recognition that the ability to use computers and access the Internet is a requirement for succeeding in the U.S. educational system and global workforce.

Accepted Answer

The Ed-Tech program was launched in recognition that the ability to use computers and access the Internet is a requirement for succeeding in the U.S. educational system and global workforce. The E-Rate program provides discounts to assist schools and libraries across the country in obtaining affordable telecommunications and internet access. The One Laptop Per Child program provides low-cost laptops to children in developing countries. The ITC program refers to Information Technology and Communications and does not specifically relate to education or internet access.

Question 3

In a Commonwealth Fund study of 41 Texas hospitals that treat a diverse group of patients, researchers found that when physicians electronically entered patient care instructions, there was a _____ reduction in the likelihood of death related to some procedures.

Accepted Answer

The Commonwealth Fund study found that when physicians electronically entered patient care instructions, there was a 50% reduction in the likelihood of death related to some procedures in 41 Texas Hospitals.

Question 4

In the United States and in most developed countries, the standard of living has been improving over time. However, its rate of change varies as a result of ____________________ that affect prices, wages, employment levels, and the production of goods and services.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the United States and in most...

Question 5

_____ This is one advantage that a cell phone has over a personal computer that leads industry experts to believe that it will be the cell phone that will ultimately bridge the digital divide.

Accepted Answer

The infrastructure needed to connect wireless devices to the Internet is easier and less expensive to build than traditional wired connections for personal computers. This means that it is easier to provide internet access to areas without established internet infrastructure, making cell phones a more accessible option for bridging the digital divide.

Question 6

A patient should _____ because of something he or she reads on a medical information Web site.

Accepted Answer

Professional medical advice should never be disregarded because of information found on a website. It is important for patients to discuss any concerns or questions with their healthcare provider.

Question 7

_____ is the European country with the smallest percentage of population using the Internet.

Accepted Answer

According to the Eurostat (European Statistical Office), Poland has the smallest percentage of population using the Internet in Europe, with only 65% of the population having used it in 2019. Italy, France, and Spain have internet usage rates of 66%, 87%, and 76% respectively.

Question 8

National _________________________ represents the total annual output of a nation's economy.

Accepted Answer

The answer of National _________________________ represents the total annual output...

Question 9

_____ is the European country with the greatest percentage of people using the Internet.

Accepted Answer

According to Eurostat data from 2020, the Netherlands has the highest percentage of individuals who use the internet regularly at 98%. The other countries listed also have high rates of internet usage, but not as high as the Netherlands.

Question 10

During the initial phase of Khanya, which means ____________________ in IsiXhosa, organizers hope to provide each school with a computer lab of 20 to 40 PCs and peripherals that will be networked and linked to the Internet.

Accepted Answer

The answer of During the initial phase of Khanya, which...

Question 11

_____ created a competitor to the OLPC laptop computer called the classmate PC.

Accepted Answer

Intel created the classmate PC as a competitor to the OLPC laptop computer.

Question 12

As part of the $787 billion 2009 economic stimulus plan, the federal government earmarked $33 billion in incentives for healthcare providers to implement government certified, interoperable _____ systems by 2015.

Accepted Answer

The government incentives were specifically for healthcare providers to implement government certified, interoperable electronic health record systems by 2015. The other options listed are not as relevant to the healthcare industry or were not specifically targeted in the economic stimulus plan.

Question 13

The healthcare industry invests about _____ in IT for each worker, compared with nearly $15,000 per worker in the banking industry.

Accepted Answer

The healthcare industry invests about $3,000 in IT for each worker, which is significantly lower compared to the nearly $15,000 per worker investment in the banking industry.

Question 14

A University of Chicago study found that the E-Rate program led to _____ in California students' scores in the six subjects covered by the Stanford Achievement Test.

Accepted Answer

The University of Chicago study found that the E-Rate program led to no change in California students' scores in the six subjects covered by the Stanford Achievement Test.

Question 15

_____ of the roughly 1.0 billion people around the world who earn less than $1,000 USD per year have access to a computer.

Accepted Answer

The statement indicates that only a very small percentage of the world's population earning less than $1,000 USD per year have access to a computer. "Nearly 0%" is the best choice as it indicates that the percentage is extremely low. The other choices suggest slightly higher percentages, which would not accurately reflect the statement.

Question 16

One Laptop per Child is a nonprofit organization whose goal is to provide children around the world with low cost computers costing less than _____ to aid in their education.

Accepted Answer

One Laptop per Child's goal is to provide low cost computers to children around the world for educational purposes. The organization's target price is less than $100 per laptop. Therefore, the correct answer is B ($100).

Question 17

A 2006 Institute of Medicine report concluded that more than _____ preventable medication errors per year cost the United States about $3.5 billion annually.

Accepted Answer

According to the 2006 Institute of Medicine report, there were more than 1.5 million preventable medication errors per year, costing the United States about $3.5 billion annually.

Question 18

By using ______________________________, a single computer can be shared among multiple users, each user connects to the computer through a device that is smaller than a paperback book, and each takes turns sharing the computer.

Accepted Answer

The answer of By using ______________________________, a single computer can...

Question 19

A 1999 report by the Institute of Medicine found that 98,000 Americans die annually due to preventable medical errors. A 2009 Consumers Union report claims that we have _____ the number of such deaths.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A 1999 report by the Institute of...

Question 20

____________________ is defined as the amount of output produced per unit of input.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is defined as the amount of...

Quiz 8: The Impact of Information Technology on Productivity and the Quality of Life