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dalyningkenk · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

For over 40 years, the U.S. government played a major role in the development and promotion of telehealth through various agencies. Which of the following was the first telehealth service provided?

1. Telephone consultations
2. Robotics telesurgery
3. Prison inmate care
4. Telepsychiatric treatment

Question 2

Which of the following are reasons to involve an interpreter when working with a patient who speaks a different language than the nurse?

1. It is required by law.
2. In order to make an accurate assessment.
3. In order to develop a trusting relationship.
4. An interpreter is likely to provide the intent of the discussion.

amy.lauersdorf90 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1
Rationale: Telehealth began with the use of telephone consults and has become more sophisticated with each advance in technology.

Answer to Question 2

2, 4
Rationale: Not having all the assessment data can lead to misdiagnosing a patient and thus puts the patient at risk. Family members can provide observations of behavior and information about physical, emotional, and mental status of individual members.