Establishing Technological Intervention Systems to Promote Patients’ Well-Being and Physical Health
The use of technology to improve patient care has become increasingly widespread in recent years. Technological intervention systems (TIS) can be used to promote patients’ well-being and physical health in a variety of ways. For example, TIS can be used to:
Provide patients with access to information and resources about their health
Track patients’ progress and identify potential problems early on
Deliver personalized interventions to help patients improve their health behaviors
Connect patients with healthcare providers and other resources
TIS can be particularly beneficial for patients who have chronic conditions or who are at risk for developing chronic conditions. By providing patients with the tools and support they need to manage their health, TIS can help to improve their quality of life and reduce their risk of hospitalization.
Developing and Utilizing a Service Model for Health
In order to be effective, TIS must be developed and utilized in a way that is consistent with the needs of patients and healthcare providers. This requires a service model that is based on the following principles:
Patient-centeredness: The service model should be designed to meet the needs of patients and their families.
Evidence-based practice: The service model should be based on evidence-based interventions that have been shown to be effective in improving patient outcomes.
Integration: The service model should be integrated with existing healthcare systems and providers.
Sustainability: The service model should be sustainable over the long term.
Examples of TIS
There are a number of TIS that have been developed and implemented in recent years. Some examples of these systems include:
Patient portals: Patient portals are web-based applications that allow patients to access their medical records, schedule appointments, and communicate with their healthcare providers.
Remote patient monitoring: Remote patient monitoring (RPM) systems use sensors and other devices to collect data about patients’ health status. This data can then be transmitted to healthcare providers, who can use it to monitor patients’ progress and identify potential problems early on.
Mobile health apps: Mobile health apps are software applications that can be used on smartphones and other mobile devices. These apps can be used to track patients’ health data, provide patients with educational information, and deliver personalized interventions.
Conclusion
TIS have the potential to improve patient well-being and physical health in a variety of ways. By providing patients with access to information and resources, tracking patients’ progress, delivering personalized interventions, and connecting patients with healthcare providers and other resources, TIS can help patients to manage their health and live healthier lives.
References
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Mojtabai, R., et al. (2016). The use of patient portals in the United States: A systematic review. Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association, 23(5), 959-968.
