Content Outline

Learning Objectives

1.0 Introduction

1.1 Human Factors

2.0 Steps in the Telemedicine Visit

2.1 Select Modality: Real Time vs. Store/Forward
2.2 Scheduling
2.3 Equipment Set Up
Equipment Checklist - Real Time, Referring Site
Equipment Checklist - Real Time, Consultant Site
2.4 Patient Preparation
Patient Orientation Checklist
2.5 Clinician Preparation: Send/Referring Site
Referring Clinician Preparation Checklist
2.6 Clinician Preparation: Receive/Consultant Site
Receiving Clinician Preparation Checklist
2.7 Real Time Examination
2.8 Store/Forward Virtual Visit: Store/forward dermatology protocol
2.9 Wrap-Up: Patient, Clinician
2.10 Documentation
2.11 Equipment Shutdown/Storage/Cleaning

3.0 Diagnostic Devices Used in the Telemedicine Visit

3.1 Light Platform/Control Unit: Camera Cable; Setup; Use
3.2 ENT Scope/Video Otoscope: Setup; Use
3.3 Contact Dermascope: Setup; Use
3.4 Video Opthalmoscope: Setup; Use
3.5 General Examination Camera: Setup; Use
3.6 Digital Stethoscope

4.0 Conclusion

Module 3 Authors