digital health Flashcards
what is the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS)?
a system that allows prescriptions to be sent electronically from GP to pharmacy
what is the NHS App used for?
booking appointments, ordering repeat prescriptions, and viewing COVID vaccine records
what is Real Time Exemption Checking (RTEC)?
a tool that digitally confirms if a patient is exempt from prescription charges
what does the Summary Care Record (SCR) provide?
access to patient medication, allergy, and significant health history across care settings
what is EPMA?
Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration – ensures digital, safe, and trackable prescribing in hospitals
how is video conferencing technology used in the NHS?
enables remote consultations, improving access and reducing the need for in-person visits
what are the benefits of digital tools for pharmacists?
saves time, reduces paperwork, improves workflow, and increases patient interaction
how do GPs benefit from digital integration with pharmacies?
receive accurate, timely data updates with less admin work and improved collaboration
how do digital tools improve patient experience?
more convenient access to care, fewer visits, safer prescribing, and faster service
what is the main benefit of RTEC for patients?
ensures correct exemption status and reduces need for manual declarations
what was the focus of the Carter Reviews (2016 & 2018)?
improving NHS productivity through digital tools and better use of pharmacy services
what did the Murray Report (2016) highlight?
the role of community pharmacy and need for expanded digital services
what was the Wachter Review’s (2016) contribution?
stressed the need for clinical digital leadership and outlined IT development in secondary care
what are the 4 principles of the 2018 DHSC Technology Vision?
user need, privacy/security, interoperability, and inclusion
what does the NHS Long Term Plan (2019) say about technology?
digital transformation is essential to achieving NHS goals over the next decade
what is a major challenge in healthcare IT systems?
lack of standardisation and interoperability between systems
why is digital exclusion a concern?
not all patients can access or navigate digital tools effectively
what are common barriers to digital transformation?
resistance to change, data privacy concerns, infrastructure limitations, and legal/licensing issues
what is dm+d and why is it important?
Dictionary of Medicines and Devices – supports safe, standardised electronic medication records
what is SNOMED CT?
a structured international terminology standard used for consistent medical language
what is GS1 used for in the NHS?
a barcoding system used for scanning and tracking medicines and devices (Scan4Safety)
how can clinical change be successfully embedded?
through standardisation, training, user involvement, national mandates, and outcome monitoring
what role do digital leaders play in transformation?
they help guide, train, and support NHS teams to adopt and sustain digital practices
