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HMS, HAG EQ-Bank 026 MC

How does continuous digital health monitoring most effectively reduce the burden on the healthcare system?

  1. Eliminates the need for patient records
  2. Prevents patients from requiring professional treatment
  3. Allows early intervention before conditions worsen
  4. Decreases the need for specialist referrals
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\(C\)

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  • C is correct. Continuous digital health monitoring allows early intervention before conditions worsen, reducing hospital admissions and easing demand on health services.

Other options:

  • A is incorrect. Patient records remain essential for continuity of care.
  • B is incorrect. Professional treatment is still required. Monitoring simply enables earlier and more effective intervention.
  • D is incorrect. While monitoring may reduce the frequency of unnecessary referrals, specialist input is still essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment.