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Understanding E-Health and Digital Literacy

Health Education

An overview of electronic health, mobile health, and the skills required for digital health literacy and empowerment.

e-health digital literacy public health
11 Questions Easy Ages 12+ Jul 5, 2026

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1 How does the WHO define e-health?
  • A The use of robots in surgery
  • B The use of ICTs in support of health and health-related fields
  • C The sale of medicine online
  • D The creation of digital medical records only
2 What is mHealth?
  • A A type of health insurance
  • B The use of mobile wireless technologies for health
  • C A fitness tracking app
  • D A hospital management system
3 What is the primary benefit of mHealth according to the 2016 Executive Board?
  • A Ease of use and broad reach
  • B It replaces doctors
  • C It is mandatory for all citizens
  • D It eliminates the need for physical clinics
4 Digital health literacy refers to the ability to do what?
  • A Write code for health apps
  • B Process health information using technology
  • C Design medical equipment
  • D Perform remote surgery
5 Which of these is a component of digital health literacy?
  • A Finding and evaluating digital health information
  • B Repairing digital devices
  • C Buying health insurance
  • D Developing new medicine
6 What does health literacy involve?
  • A Understanding medical terms and health concepts
  • B Only reading medical textbooks
  • C Writing medical research papers
  • D Prescribing medication
7 What characterizes an empowered e-health user?
  • A They feel safe and in control when using services
  • B They never use digital tools
  • C They rely solely on social media
  • D They ignore privacy settings
8 What is one way an empowered e-health user protects their privacy?
  • A By reporting problems and avoiding scams
  • B By sharing passwords
  • C By ignoring updates
  • D By using public Wi-Fi only
9 What does active involvement in digital health require?
  • A Motivation to learn new skills
  • B A degree in computer science
  • C Unlimited financial resources
  • D Constant internet access
10 What are digital tools in the context of healthcare?
  • A Online platforms or software for optimized functions
  • B Physical surgical instruments
  • C Traditional paper records
  • D Medical waiting rooms
11 Healthcare empowerment includes the ability to do what?
  • A Set up and use patient portals
  • B Diagnose illnesses without a doctor
  • C Sell medical devices
  • D Create social media advertisements
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