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HMS, HAG EQ-Bank 023 MC

Which of the following best explains how wearable technology contributes to preventative healthcare?

  1. It warns the user when surgical treatment is needed
  2. Diagnoses diseases without medical input
  3. Removes the need for professional health consultation
  4. Tracks lifestyle behaviours and identifies early risk factors
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\(D\)

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  • D is correct. Wearables track lifestyle behaviours such as physical activity, sleep and heart rate, which can help identify early risk factors for chronic conditions.

Other options:

  • A is incorrect. Wearables cannot directly warn a user when surgical treatment is needed; that requires medical assessment and diagnosis.
  • B is incorrect. Wearables provide health data but do not independently diagnose diseases without professional interpretation.
  • C is incorrect. Professional health consultation remains essential; wearables complement, rather than replace, medical expertise.