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Some challenges with Telehealth is accessibility to rural communities in relation moo connectivity, digital literacy, and potential privacy concerns. 

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Telehealth helps people who are unable to travel for healthcare services such as people who live in rural communities, elderly patients or people who have particular health conditions. Telehealth not only provides healthcare services over the phone but also provides education and potential alternatives. 

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Digital literacy, internet connectivity, and privacy concerns.

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Patient education, providing alternatives for those with limited access, and enforcing strong data security to maintain trust and safe, patient-centred practice.

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Limited or unreliable internet access, particularly common in rural and remote regions, which can disrupt telehealth sessions. Lack of access to necessary digital devices such as smartphones, tablets, or computers. Low digital literacy among some patients, making it difficult for them to use telehealth technologies effectively. Privacy and confidentiality concerns, including risks of unauthorized access or overhearing of consultations. Limitations in performing physical examinations remotely, which can affect clinical assessments. Increased workload or workflow disruptions for healthcare providers adapting to telehealth practices. Variability in reimbursement policies for telehealth services that may affect healthcare provider adoption.

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Investing in telecommunications infrastructure, such as broadband expansion and mobile coverage boosters, to improve internet reliability. Providing digital devices to patients without access through community programs or subsidies. Offering training, technical support, and easy to understand platforms to enhance patients’ digital literacy. Utilizing secure, compliant telehealth platforms designed to protect patient data and maintain confidentiality. Supplementing telehealth with home monitoring devices and patient education to support remote physical assessments. Developing clear telehealth workflows and policies that minimize provider burden. Advocating for sustainable reimbursement models that adequately support telehealth delivery.

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However, challenges such as limited digital literacy, unequal access to reliable technology, privacy concerns, and the unsuitability of some clinical assessments for virtual care can reduce effectiveness. These barriers can be addressed through patient education and technical support, investment in digital infrastructure, and strong privacy safeguards. 

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Telehealth supports patient-centred care by improving access, convenience, and continuity, particularly for people in rural, remote, and undeserved areas. It allows patients to engage more actively in their care, involve family members in consultations, and receive support in the comfort and safety of their own home. 

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Technology literacy - accessibility issues, not all patients have the technical skills or resources to utilise wearable devices effectively, leading to disparities is health management. Data privacy and security concerns - risk of data breach and confidentiality concerns. 

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Wearable devices, such as fitness trackers, smartwatches, and health monitors, have gained popularity for their ability to monitor physiological parameters like heart rate, sleep patterns, physical activity, and even blood sugar levels. The devices give patients direct access to their health data, allowing them to track their progress and make informed decisions about their health. This supports autonomy and encourages active participation in their health management. It also improves communication with healthcare providers with data sharing and remote monitoring. 

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Limited internet, devices, and digital literacy for some patients and clinical limitations as not all assessments or treatments can be done remotely. Privacy and security is also at risk of data breaches and confidentiality concerns.

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Provides continuity of care and flexibility. Patients are offered greater convenience and choice in scheduling especially for remote patients. Limits exposure risks, especially during pandemics.

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technology difficulties, not understanding how to access technology, not having required resources 

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enables rural and remote areas to have easier access to healthcare, reduces travel costs, still allows timely and accurate care 

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people who have low digital literacy, lack of access to a phone, watch, internet especially those in rural towns.

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Provide user education and continuous support.

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mHealth apps supports timely communication, empowers patients and personalization of care.

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A challenge with the ieMR is that information is often duplicated, and staff can spend a lot of time going through separate notes to work out what has actually changed. This can slow down care and make it harder to focus on what is most important. 

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A more standardised approach with rolling, continuous notes, similar to Citrix Workspace, could help. If this feature were added to the side of each patient on the patient list page, staff could see automatically if there was a change through a notification. It would also make it easier to let another provider know if you have actioned something, intend to, or cannot. For example, if a nurse requested a doctor to review a patient, the doctor could see the note and acknowledge it by confirming they intend to action it, without the need for phone calls. Leaving notes marked as unread could also act as a reminder, prompting the provider to complete the task when they return to the computer. This would reduce the risk of things being forgotten if an emergency or interruption occurs.

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Internet/device access, digital literacy especially older adults, reduced personal connection, privacy/security concerns

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User friendly platforms + tech support, hybrid care models, patient education on telehealth use, strong cybersecurity/confidentiality

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Electronic Health Record (EHR). Supports care: Improves access especially rural/remote, saves time/cost, enables family involvement, promotes comfort, continuity of care.

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However, to achieve equitable and safe implementation, challenges such as digital literacy, equity of access, privacy, and maintaining human connection must be addressed through education, infrastructure support, strong data protection, and hybrid care models.

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Telehealth supports patient-centred care by making healthcare more accessible, participatory, and continuous. 

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Some people do not trust that their information is private and secure. People who have limited access to smart devices can struggle to utilise the system to its full potential.  

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Only nominated and authorised representatives can access your My Health Record. Educating people the legislation and policies surrounding the privacy of their accounts could help build trust. Also explaining to consumers that there is visibility and they can see who has accessed their record. But most importantly by healthcare professionals doing the right thing and building trust. 

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Choose a digital health tool and describe how it supports patient-centred care. Include challenges and solutions. Respond to at least one peer

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Choose a digital health tool and describe how it supports patient-centred care. Include challenges and solutions. Respond to at least one peer

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Some patients may struggle with digital literacy. Limited access to smartphones or internet in rural areas.

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Provide training sessions or tutorials for patients unfamiliar with the app. Offer alternative tracking methods (e.g., paper logs) and integrate data during consultations. Advocate for digital inclusion programs to improve access.