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Give three ways in which computers are used in the health sector.

Answer Text:
-It is used to control life support machine in the Intensive Care unit (ICU) using sensors that monitor
the patient.
-It is used to keep patients’ records in a database.
-It is used to perform body scans such as x-ray and ultra sound through scanners.
-It is used to perform body surgeries by using a probe which is attached to a
monitor.
-It is used by patients to get medical advice from foreign medics through expert systems.
-Use of internet to carry out medical research.