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BME 102 BIO AND MEDICAL ENGINERING: IMPACTS OF TECHNOLOGY ON BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE. Objective Question
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According to the document, what is one of the primary negative impacts of over-reliance on technology in medicine?
Options
A Increased patient-provider empathy
B Reduced need for experienced biomedical engineers
C Diminished core clinical skills and judgment
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D Decreased risk from device malfunctions
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document states under 'Challenges and Negative Impacts' that 'Over-reliance on Technology: This can reduce core clinical skills, reduce clinical thinking and introduce risks from device malfunctions or data breaches. Some doctors order too many tests instead of using clinical judgment. Excessive dependence on automated tools can lead to diagnostic errors and diminished patient-provider empathy.' Option C directly reflects this point.

Hint

Consider how excessive dependence on technology might affect a doctor's traditional skills and decision-making.

Question Info

Course: BME 102
Topic: BIO AND MEDICAL ENGINERING: IMPACTS OF TECHNOLOGY ON BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE.
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 165 of 182
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