真题来源
2024年6月大学英语四级考试真题（节选）
 
真题原文
Passage 8: The Role of Digital Technology in Modern Healthcare
Digital technology is transforming the healthcare industry, offering new opportunities to improve patient care, increase efficiency, and reduce costs. Innovations such as telemedicine, electronic health records (EHRs), and wearable health devices are changing the way healthcare is delivered and managed.
Telemedicine, which allows doctors to consult with patients remotely via video calls, has become increasingly popular, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. It provides patients with convenient access to medical advice, reduces the need for in-person visits, and helps to manage patient flow more efficiently. For example, patients with chronic conditions can receive regular check-ups without the need to travel to a hospital or clinic.
Electronic health records (EHRs) are another significant advancement in digital healthcare. EHRs allow healthcare providers to access and share patient information quickly and securely, improving the coordination of care. This reduces the risk of medical errors and ensures that patients receive the most appropriate treatment. Additionally, EHRs can be used to track patient outcomes and monitor public health trends.
Wearable health devices, such as fitness trackers and smartwatches, are also playing a growing role in healthcare. These devices can monitor vital signs, track physical activity, and even detect early signs of health issues. By providing patients with real-time feedback on their health, wearable devices empower individuals to take a more active role in managing their well-being.
However, the adoption of digital technology in healthcare also faces challenges. One major concern is data privacy and security. With the increasing amount of sensitive patient data being stored and shared digitally, there is a risk of data breaches and misuse of information. Another challenge is ensuring that healthcare providers have the necessary training and support to effectively use these technologies.
Despite these challenges, the potential benefits of digital technology in healthcare are substantial. To maximize these benefits, it is crucial to address the issues of data privacy and security, and to provide ongoing training and support for healthcare professionals. With careful implementation, digital technology can significantly enhance the quality and accessibility of healthcare services.
 
翻译
第八篇：数字技术在现代医疗中的作用
数字技术正在改变医疗行业，为改善患者护理、提高效率和降低成本提供了新的机会。远程医疗、电子健康记录（EHR）和可穿戴健康设备等创新技术正在改变医疗的提供和管理方式。
远程医疗允许医生通过视频通话远程为患者提供咨询，尤其在COVID-19疫情期间变得越来越受欢迎。它为患者提供了便捷的医疗建议获取方式，减少了面对面就诊的需求，并帮助更高效地管理患者流量。例如，患有慢性病的患者无需前往医院或诊所即可接受定期检查。
电子健康记录（EHR）是数字医疗领域的另一项重大进步。EHR使医疗服务提供者能够快速、安全地访问和共享患者信息，改善护理的协调性。这降低了医疗错误的风险，确保患者获得最合适的治疗。此外，EHR可用于跟踪患者结果和监测公共卫生趋势。
可穿戴健康设备，如健身追踪器和智能手表，在医疗领域也发挥着越来越重要的作用。这些设备可以监测生命体征、追踪体育活动，甚至检测健康问题的早期迹象。通过为患者提供实时健康反馈，可穿戴设备赋予个人更积极地管理自身健康的权力。
然而，数字技术在医疗领域的应用也面临挑战。一个主要问题是数据隐私和安全。随着越来越多的敏感患者数据被数字化存储和共享，存在数据泄露和信息滥用的风险。另一个挑战是确保医疗服务提供者具备有效使用这些技术的必要培训和支持。
尽管存在这些挑战，数字技术在医疗领域的潜在好处是巨大的。为了最大化这些好处，解决数据隐私和安全问题至关重要，并且需要为医疗专业人员提供持续的培训和支持。通过谨慎实施，数字技术可以显著提高医疗服务质量和服务的可及性。
 
阅读理解题目
What is the main topic of the passage?
A. The challenges of digital technology in healthcare
B. The benefits of digital technology in healthcare
C. The role of digital technology in modern healthcare
D. The future of digital technology in healthcare
Which of the following is an advantage of telemedicine mentioned in the passage?
A. It reduces the need for hospital visits
B. It increases the cost of medical care
C. It requires specialized equipment
D. It is only available during the pandemic
What is the purpose of electronic health records (EHRs) according to the passage?
A. To replace traditional medical records
B. To improve the coordination of care
C. To monitor public health trends only
D. To reduce the need for wearable devices
What is a challenge mentioned in the passage regarding the adoption of digital technology in healthcare?
A. Data privacy and security concerns
B. The high cost of wearable devices
C. The lack of patient interest in digital tools
D. The difficulty in training healthcare providers
What can be inferred about the future of digital technology in healthcare from the passage?
A. It will completely replace traditional healthcare
B. It will face significant resistance from patients
C. It will improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare
D. It will be limited to certain medical fields
 
题目解析
正确答案：C
解析：文章主要讨论了数字技术在现代医疗中的作用，包括其带来的好处、面临的挑战以及未来的发展方向。因此，选项C“数字技术在现代医疗中的作用”是正确的。选项A“数字技术在医疗中的挑战”、选项B“数字技术在医疗中的好处”和选项D“数字技术在医疗中的未来”都只是文章的部分内容，而不是文章的中心主题。
 
正确答案：A
解析：文章提到，远程医疗可以减少患者前往医院或诊所的需求，为患者提供便捷的医疗建议。因此，选项A“减少医院就诊需求”是正确的。选项B“增加医疗成本”与文章内容相反；选项C“需要专业设备”未在文中提及；选项D“仅在疫情期间可用”也不正确，因为文章提到远程医疗在疫情期间变得越来越受欢迎，但并未说明仅限于疫情期间使用。
 
正确答案：B
解析：文章指出，电子健康记录（EHR）使医疗服务提供者能够快速、安全地访问和共享患者信息，从而改善护理的协调性。因此，选项B“改善护理的协调性”是正确的。选项A“取代传统病历”虽然与EHR的功能相关，但不是其主要目的；选项C“仅用于监测公共卫生趋势”不全面，因为EHR还可以用于改善个体患者的护理；选项D“减少对可穿戴设备的需求”未在文中提及。
 
正确答案：A
解析：文章提到，数字技术在医疗领域的应用面临的一个主要挑战是数据隐私和安全问题。因此，选项A“数据隐私和安全问题”是正确的。选项B“可穿戴设备成本高”未在文中提及；选项C“患者对数字工具缺乏兴趣”也未在文中提及；选项D“培训医疗服务提供者的困难”虽然提到需要为医疗专业人员提供培训，但未明确指出这是主要挑战。
 
正确答案：C
解析：文章总结指出，尽管面临挑战，数字技术在医疗领域具有巨大的潜力，可以显著提高医疗服务质量和服务的可及性。因此，选项C“将提高医疗质量和可及性”是正确的。选项A“将完全取代传统医疗”过于绝对，文章并未提及；选项B“将面临患者的重大抵制”未在文中提及；选项D“将仅限于某些医疗领域”也未在文中提及。
 
翻译与词汇解析
digital technology：数字技术
例句：Digital technology is transforming many industries, including healthcare.（数字技术正在改变许多行业，包括医疗。）
telemedicine：远程医疗
例句：Telemedicine allows doctors to consult with patients remotely.（远程医疗允许医生远程为患者提供咨询。）
electronic health records (EHRs)：电子健康记录
例句：EHRs improve the coordination of care among healthcare providers.（电子健康记录改善了医疗服务提供者之间的护理协调性。）
wearable devices：可穿戴设备
例句：Wearable devices can monitor vital signs and physical activity.（可穿戴设备可以监测生命体征和体育活动。）
data privacy：数据隐私
例句：Data privacy is a major concern in digital healthcare.（数据隐私是数字医疗中的一个重要问题。）
coordination of care：护理协调
例句：Good coordination of care can reduce medical errors.（良好的护理协调可以减少医疗错误。）
medical errors：医疗错误
例句：Electronic health records help reduce the risk of medical errors.（电子健康记录有助于降低医疗错误的风险。）
public health trends：公共卫生趋势
例句：EHRs can be used to monitor public health trends.（电子健康记录可用于监测公共卫生趋势。）