What is needed for a provider performing store-and-forward consultations?
Store-and-forward consultations have simpler needs. Basically the provider needs the necessary equipment and software to access the forwarded information, appropriately examine it and then record and transmit a reply. Systems to support the method can be purchased and installed on the organization’s servers or they can be as simple as a secure email. In most cases, a personal computer or smartphone/PDA that is capable of internet connections is needed to access a secure website where the information is stored. The provider can perform these consultations wherever they have access to such a device and the internet. In some situations, such as listening to recorded heart or lung sounds, additional high fidelity audio reproduction equipment needs to be available.
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