Обнаружение движения и/или положения объекта, подлежащего мониторингу

СИСТЕМА И СПОСОБ МЕДИЦИНСКОГО ОБСЛУЖИВАНИЯ

... 1. Система медицинского обслуживания, содержащая процессор и считываемый компьютером носитель данных, в которой считываемый компьютером носитель данных содержит инструкции для исполнения процессором, при этом инструкции побуждают процессор выполнять этапы, на которых:- получают данные об активности пациента, описывающие физическую активность пациента, для которого должна быть обеспечена рекомендация плана медицинской помощи,- получают данные о деятельности по социальной поддержке, описывающие уровень взаимодействия социальной сети пациента с пациентом, и- вычисляют рекомендации плана медицинской помощи для пациента, основываясь на данных об активности пациента и данных о деятельности по социальной поддержке,при этом система медицинского обслуживания дополнительно содержитпо меньшей мере один датчик для мониторинга пациента и/или для мониторинга окружающей среды пациента иблок обработки сигналов для извлечения данных об активности пациента и данных о деятельности по социальной поддержке ...

Vorrichtung zur Erfassung der Belegung von Betten

Vorrichtung zur Erfassung der Belegung von Betten, die eine Matratze (1) aufweisen, umfassend einen Sensor (2), der mit einem Sender verbunden ist, und der Sensor (2) mit dem Sender in der Matratze (1) angeordnet ist.

Height adjustable nursing bed used in e.g. hospital, has height adjusting unit, weight measuring unit and alarm circuit that are arranged on bed frame

The bed (2) has height adjusting unit, weight measuring unit and alarm circuit that are arranged on the bed frame. The support surface of the bed is adjusted in vertical manner using height adjusting unit. The alarm unit is provided to alert the maintenance personnel with short message service (SMS), when the patient is not present in the bed after the elapse of specific time.

Krankenschwester/Kranken-Kommunikationsverfahren

Alarm

Device for monitoring the presence of a person using proximity induced dielectric shift sensing

Presence detector

Improvements in or relating to methods of patient monitoring

Systoms and methods for detecting a biological signal of a user of an article of furniture

PATIENT SUPPORT

Method and apparatus for determining for a Timed stand-up and go test time required

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung der für einen Timed-Up-and-Go-Test benötigten Zeit sowie zur Verifikation des ermittelten Ergebnisses, - wobei ein Entfernungsmessgerät (6) vorgesehen ist, das den Abstand eines Probanden (1) laufend misst, - wobei der Proband (1) angewiesen wird, vom Stuhl (4) aufzustehen, vorwärts, insbesondere zur Wand (2), zum Hindernis oder zur Markierung zu gehen, anschließend umzukehren und sich wieder auf dem Stuhl (4) hinzusetzen und der Proband (1) diese Anweisung nach seinen Möglichkeiten ausführt, - wobei überprüft wird, ob der Proband (1) auf dem Stuhl (4) sitzt und eine Zeitnehmung gestartet wird, - wobei die Zeitnehmung gestoppt wird, wenn sich der Proband (1) wieder auf den Stuhl (4) setzt, - wobei aus den Entfernungsmesswerten ein Signal (d(t)) erstellt wird, das daraufhin untersucht wird, ob es a) in einem ersten Zeitbereich kontinuierlich ansteigt, und b) nach dem Übersteigen eines vorgegebenen Umkehrschwellenwerts (dth,u) wieder kontinuierlich ...

Illumination system for at least one luminous means

Es wird ein Beleuchtungssystem (1) für mindestens ein Leuchtmittel, insbesondere für Leuchtdioden, aufweisend - eine Leuchte (3) - einen Konverter (2) zum Betreiben des Leuchtmittels, - ein Erfassungsgerät (7), wobei das Erfassungsgerät (7) dazu ausgelegt ist die Schlafphase einer Person (4) festzustellen, wobei, dass das Beleuchtungssystem (1) das Leuchtmittel in unterschiedlichen Betriebsmodi betreiben kann, wobei die Betriebsmodi in Abhängigkeit von der durch das Erfassungsgerät (7) festgestellten Schlafphase der Person (4) aktiviert werden, gezeigt.

Electric bed

An electric bed, comprising: a bed body, a plurality of bed planks, an awakening device, a clock and a main control box (2). The main-control box (2) is electrically connected to the awakening device and the clock, and is applicable for storing an awakening time. The electric bed further comprises a monitoring module (1). The monitoring module (1) comprises a processing module and a sensor, wherein the sensor is electrically connected to the processing module, and is applicable for monitoring whether a user has left the bed; when the sensor monitors that the user has not left the bed, the processing module activates the awakening device when the clock reaches the awakening time according to the stored awakening time; and when the sensor monitors that the user has left the bed, the processing module does not activate the awakening device when the clock reaches the awakening time. The electric bed can automatically determine whether to carry out an awakening operation, thus improving the ...

Patient movement and incontinence notification system

A notification system is provided that provides notification of patient events such as movement and/or incontinence. The notification system provides for a plurality of different pressure sensor pads as well as an incontinence pad to be used in association with a single monitor.

Patient monitoring system

MATTRESS WITH PRESSURE SENSING DEVICE

A sensor arrangement for measuring moisture and the presence of a person on a base

Sensor arrangement and method for monitoring a person with a sensor arrangement, which comprises measuring electronics and a sensor structure (100) that can be fitted onto a base. The sensor structure (100) comprises at least one sensor, and the arrangement is adapted to determine, by means of the data measured by the measuring electronics and the sensor, a change in the moisture of the base and the presence of a person on the base.

Electric bed

An electric bed, comprising a bed body, a plurality of bed planks, a driver for driving the flipping of a head bed plank, a monitoring module (1), a drive module (2) and a wireless communication module (3). When the monitoring module (1) monitors a user snoring, the drive module (2) drives the driver to flip the head bed plank to an anti-snoring location, and drives the driver to restore the head bed plank to the former location when the symptom of snoring weakens or stops; the wireless communication module (3) is electrically connected to the drive module (2); the wireless communication module (3) is wirelessly connected with a smart terminal; the smart terminal sets an anti-snoring program by the user and transmits same to the wireless communication module (3); and the wireless communication module (3) sends the application condition of a snoring stopping function to the smart terminal. The electric bed can automatically send an instruction to the electric bed when the monitoring module ...

Method and Apparatus for Monitoring Cardio-Pulmonary Health

... 11 (K Disclosed is a cardio-pulmonary health monitoring apparatus. The apparatus comprises a contactless motion sensor configured to generate one or more movement signals representing bodily movement of a patient during a monitoring session; a processor; and a memory storing program instructions configured to cause the processor to carry out a method of processing the one or more movement signals. The method comprises extracting one or more sleep disordered breathing features from the one or more movement signals, and predicting whether a clinical event is likely to occur during a predetermined prediction horizon based on the one or more sleep disordered breathing features. A29446532.0116 ...

Patient support apparatus with caregiver reminders

A patient support apparatus, such as a bed, cot, stretcher, operating table, recliner, or the like, includes a patient support structure, a user interface, a display, a plurality of lights, and a controller. The user interface comprises a display and controls for configuring various components of the patient support apparatus. The controller uses the lights and/or display to issue one or more reminders to the caregiver to put the patient support apparatus in a desired configuration before the caregiver walks away from the patient support apparatus. The reminders help ensure that the caregiver properly configured the patient support apparatus. In some embodiment, the reminders include pulsing the lights in an unobtrusive, but easily seen, manner until the proper configuration is achieved. Reminders may also be implemented by prohibiting certain functionality until the patient support apparatus is properly configured.

Article serving as bed and seat

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REDUCING THE RISK OF DECUBITUS ULCERS

There is provided herein a sensor for use in patient monitoring situations, wherein the level of patient motion activity is tracked for purposes of determining whether or not that patient has exhibited sufficient activity to merit eliminating a scheduled assisted relocation to a new position. The instant device broadly operates to sense the length of time since a patient has last moved from a previous sitting or lying position. If the patient has not moved during some predetermined time interval, it is preferred that the nursing staff be notified that it is time to manually reposition the patient. On the other hand, if the patient has changed position within the specified time period, the device will note that fact and inform the attending nurse or other caregiver that the patient need not be moved at the next scheduled relocation, thereby eliminating the need in some cases to rouse the patient from an otherwise sound sleep. In either case, the instant invention operates to reduce the risk ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REDUCING THE RISK OF DECUBITUS ULCERS

There is provided herein a sensor for use in patient monitoring situations, wherein the level of patient motion activity is tracked for purposes of determining whether or not that patient has exhibited sufficient activity to merit eliminating a scheduled assisted relocation to a new position. The instant device broadly operates to sense the length of time since a patient has last moved from a previous sitting or lying position. If the patient has not moved during some predetermined time interval, it is preferred that the nursing staff be notified that it is time to manually reposition the patient. On the other hand, if the patient has changed position within the specified time period, the device will note that fact and inform the attending nurse or other caregiver that the patient need not be moved at the next scheduled relocation, thereby eliminating the need in some cases to rouse the patient from an otherwise sound sleep. In either case, the instant invention operates to reduce the risk ...

ELECTRONIC FALL MONITORING SYSTEM

The present invention provides an improved electronic fall monitoring system comprising a device having multiple sensor ports for flexibly monitoring various sensors associated with a single patient without requiring repeated connections and disconnections of sensors. With several sensors simultaneously connected at different locations, a processor can execute to ensure that only one sensor, corresponding to one patient, is monitored at any given time, including by triggering an alarm when a second sensor is triggered while a first sensor is in use. In addition, operation of the device can be simplified with a single multi-color LED illuminating in different colors corresponding to different states of the system. Also, a power switch for turning the device on or off, such as for conserving power, can be placed in a recess of the device so that it is blocked when mounted, thereby avoiding being turned off when it should be monitoring.

PREDICTIVE DOUBLE-RELEASE ALARM BELT

Systems and methods for monitoring the location of a patient using a double- release alarm belt. The belt may include a plurality of straps configured to be releasably attached to one another and an alarm system that is triggered when at least one of the straps is disengaged from the other strap or straps. One strap may be disengaged from another strap by pulling the first strap in a first direction and another strap may be disengaged from the yet another strap by pulling in a second direction. By requiring multiple straps to be released from one another, the amount of time it takes to remove the belt can be increased, which provides medical personnel additional time to reach a patient.

PATIENT MONITORING SYSTEM

The patient monitoring system comprises at least one load cell element (12) mounted in relation to a support surface, the load cell element (12) determining movement of a person on a support surface. The movement is determined based on a reference (31) measured using the load cell element (12) when the person is positioned on the support surface in a reference position and the subsequent load changes determined using the load cell element in relation to the reference. If the load change exceeds a pre-defined threshold, an alarm (18) is activated. The user is able to set the threshold value of the alarm system according to the physical condition of the patient. For example, in some cases it is necessary to be notified about any movements and in others only major movements are of interest. The patient monitoring system is able to provide a flexible means of monitoring of a patient by a nurse or carer.

INFLATABLE AIR MATTRESS SYSTEM WITH DETECTION TECHNIQUES

In one example, this disclosure describes a method including receiving, at a central controller of an air mattress system, a plurality of air pressure value, determining a plurality of average values using the plurality of the received air pressure values, calculating a difference value between a first one of the plurality of average values and a second one of the plurality of average values, comparing the difference value to a threshold value, determining, based on the comparison, whether a user of the air mattress system moved.

A SLEEP SYSTEM FOR OBTAINING SLEEP INFORMATION

Sleep systems having embedded sensors are described. In one aspect, a sleep system includes a mattress and one or more force sensors embedded within the mattress. The force sensors are positioned within the mattress to sense movement of an occupant of the mattress. The sleep system also includes one or more processors coupled with the one or more force sensors. At least one of the processors is configured to determine sleep state information for the occupant based on data obtained from one or more of the force sensors. 1 ...

PATIENT ENVIRONMENT WITH ACCELEROMETER

A system includes a patient environment having a first surface and a second surface, an accelerometer mounted to the first surface and configured to capture physiological data of a patient in contact with the second surface, and a connection to transmit the physiological data to a processing system.

Mattress with monitoring motion.

Die Erfindung betrifft ein System zur Überwachung der Bewegungen von bettlägerigen Personen. Zu diesem Zweck ist eine dem Aufliegen durch die zu überwachenden Personen dienende Matratze (1) mit wenigstens einer Aufnahmeeinheit (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) versehen. Diese wenigstens eine Aufnahmeeinheit (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) ist mit wenigstens einer Aufzeichnungseinrichtung (8) verbunden. Es ist dadurch möglich, sowohl eine Positionsänderung der gesamten Personen als auch eine Positionsänderung lediglich eines Körperteiles der Personen zu überwachen. Somit kann nebst einem unerwünschten Verlassen des Bettes auch das Einsetzen oder Ausbleiben von Bewegungen, auch nur von einzelnen Körperteilen der Personen überwacht werden.

System for monitoring the movement of a bedridden person.

Die Erfindung betrifft ein System zur Überwachung der Bewegungen von bettlägerigen Personen. Zu diesem Zweck ist eine dem Aufliegen durch die zu überwachenden Personen dienende Matratze (1) mit wenigstens einer Aufnahmeeinheit (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) versehen. Diese wenigstens eine Aufnahmeeinheit (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) ist mit wenigstens einer Aufzeichnungseinrichtung (8) verbunden. Es ist dadurch möglich, sowohl eine Positionsänderung der gesamten Personen als auch eine Positionsänderung lediglich eines Körperteiles der Personen zu überwachen. Somit kann nebst einem unerwünschten Verlassen des Bettes auch das Einsetzen oder Ausbleiben von Bewegungen, auch nur von einzelnen Körperteilen der Personen überwacht werden.

Control device.

Die Überwachungseinrichtung von Patientenbetten dient der Erfassung des Aussteigens des Patienten aus dem Bett oder des Einsteigens desselben in das Bett. Das Bett ist mit einer Matratze und einer Alarmeinrichtung zur Alarmierung des Pflegepersonals ausgestattet. Im Matratzenkern ist entlang mindestens einer seiner Längskanten eine Reihe von Näherungsschaltern angeordnet. Bei Belastung einer Matratzenkante wird ein Signal erzeugt, das die Alarmeinrichtung aktiviert.

System for monitoring of a bedridden patient.

Die Erfindung betrifft ein System zur Überwachung von Patienten, wobei eine dem Aufliegen des Patienten dienende Matratze (1b) eines Bettes mit einer Aufnahmeeinheit (1) zusammenwirkt, welche die durch den Patienten verursachten Bewegungen der Matratze (1b) mittels einem Aufnahmebereich (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) erfasst und damit Umlagerungs- und/oder Medikamentierungszeitpunktsignale ermittelt, wobei die Aufnahmeeinheit (1) mit einer Langzeitaufzeichnungseinrichtung (7) und/oder einem Darstellungsmittel (9) kabelgebunden und/oder telemetrisch mit einer Signalverbindung (10) verbunden ist und die Aufnahmeeinheit (1) in der zur Liegefläche der Matratze (1b) senkrechten Projektion von Auflagebereichen (R, F) der zu überwachenden Körperteile des Patienten angeordnet ist und als drucksensitives Folienelement einstückig mit mindestens zwei unabhängig zueinander stehenden drucksensitiven Aufnahmebereichen (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) ausgebildet ist.

Safety device for a bed.

Die Erfindung bezieht sich auf eine Sicherheitsvorrichtung (1) für ein Bett, insbesondere für ein Pflegeheim- oder ein Krankenhausbett, welche in einem Seitenbereich des Bettes angebracht werden kann und sich über mindestens einen Teil der Länge des Seitenbereichs des Bettes erstreckt. Die Vorrichtung weist ein längliches flexibles Drucksensorelement (2) auf, mit dem erfasst werden kann, wenn ein Patient aus dem Bett klettern möchte.

Safety device for bed has flexible pressure sensor element running along it which may be flexible, while carrier element is rigid

The safety device (1) for a bed, e.g. in a care home or hospital, can be fitted in the side region of the bed. It extends over at least part of the length of the side region of the bed. It has a flexible pressure sensor element (2) running along it. The carrier element (3) may be rigid. The pressure sensor element may be a strip with a base body of elastomer material.

Detection device bed exit.

Linvention concerne un dispositif de détection de sortie de lit, comportant: un support (21a); des éléments de fixation (41, 42) destinés à fixer le support verticalement et de manière amovible sur un montant horizontal dun cadre de lit ou dun sommier; une antenne capacitive (30) liée audit support; un éclairage; un module de détection (80) agencé pour détecter une variation de charges électrique sur ladite antenne (30) afin de commander lallumage dudit éclairage.

Sensing device bed exit.

L’invention concerne un dispositif de détection de sortie de lit, comportant: un support (21); des éléments de fixation (41, 42) destinés à fixer le support verticalement et de manière amovible sur un montant horizontal d’un cadre de lit ou d’un sommier; une antenne capacitive (30) liée audit support; un éclairage; un module de détection (80) agencé pour détecter une variation de charges électrique sur ladite antenne (30) afin de commander l’allumage dudit éclairage.

Apparatus for detecting an environment and for [...] with a user.

Ein Gerät (1) zur Erfassung einer Umgebung und zur Interaktion mit einem Benutzer durch Sprachsteuerung und Sprachwiedergabe umfasst ein Gehäuse, in welchem mindestens folgende Komponenten aufgenommen sind: eine Kamera (20) zur optischen Erfassung der Umgebung, ein Mikrofon (50) zur akustischen Erfassung der Umgebung, ein Lautsprecher (51) zur Wiedergabe akustischer Information und eine Schnittstelle (31) zur Verbindung mit einem Datennetzwerk. Das Gehäuse ist derart ausgebildet, dass es ortsfest in einer Räumlichkeit anbringbar ist. Das Gerät umfasst weiter eine Steuerung (30), die Daten von der Kamera (20) und vom Mikrofon (50) empfängt, den Lautsprecher (51) ansteuert und über die Schnittstelle (31) mit einer auf einem mobilen Endgerät (70) des Benutzers installierten Applikation kommuniziert.

Switching element for detecting a direction-dependent switching event surfaces.

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Flächenschaltelement zum Erfassen eines richtungsabhängigen Schaltereignisses, wobei das Flächenschaltelement eine Schaltsignalauswerteeinheit (10) mit einem Alarmgeber (9), eine erste Hälfte eines Flächenschaltelements (100) mit drei Schaltelementen (21, 22, 23), welche jeweils vier Kontaktstellen (211, 212, 213, 214; 221, 222, 223, 224; 231, 232, 233, 234) aufweisen, eine zweite Hälfte eines Flächenschaltelements, welche drei jeweils als weitere Kontaktstellen funktionierende Schaltelemente aufweist und vier Kontaktsignalpfade (2, 3, 4, 5) umfasst, welche die Kontaktstellen elektrisch mit der Schaltsignalauswerteeinheit (10) verbinden und das Flächenschaltelement dabei in ein richtungsabhängiges Schaltereignis erkennende redundante Schaltzonen unterteilen.

bed allocation sensor.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung zur Überwachung einer in einem Bett (1) liegenden oder einer an einem längsseitigen Bettrand (30, 31) sitzenden Person (2) mit einem Eigengewicht, wobei die Vorrichtung einen Druckgeber (3), einen Druckschalter (4) und einen Alarmgeber (5) umfasst. Der Druckgeber (3) wird aus Luftkammern (10, 11, 12, 13, 14), welche ein abgegrenztes Gesamtluftvolumen ausbilden, und der Person (2) selbst gebildet und ist mit dem Alarmgeber (5) verbunden.

Method of detecting presence of subject on bed

A method of detecting the presence of a subject on a bed has a load detection step, a determination step, and a first information providing step. The load detection step detects loads acting on portions of a lying surface (61) of the bed by first to fourth load detection means (21a, 21b, 21c, 21d), where the portions of the lying surface (61) are a portion on the right side of the head, a portion on the left side of the head, a portion on the right side of the feet, and a portion on the left side of the feet. The determination step determines whether a predetermined determination formula is satisfied or not on the basis of load values (W1, W2, W3, W4) output from the first to fourth load detection means. The first information providing step provides information on the presence of the subject (H) on the bed when it is determined that the formula is satisfied by the result of the determination in the determination step.

Apparatus for the treatment of enuresis, permitting immediate interruption of miction and integral monitoring of developments in miction during treatment

L'appareil comporte une alaise (1) supportant une pluralité de paires d'électrodes (11 - 12) associées à des moyens (2) de détection cyclique, pendant la durée du traitement, des variations de la résistance électrique entre les électrodes de chacune des paires respectives lors de la présence d'urine.

BED-LEAVING REPORTING DEVICE AND PROGRAM

The device comprises: a bed-leaving preindication behavior-detecting means for detecting behavior that is a preindication of a bedded person getting out of the bed; a reporting means for reporting the preindication behavior when preindication behavior is detected by the bed-leaving preindication behavior-detecting means; and a report-restricting period-setting means for setting a report-restricting period during which reporting of preindication behavior is restricted on the basis of the frequency with which the bedded person has gotten out of bed in the past. The reporting means restricts the reporting of preindication behavior if the time that the preindication behavior is detected is during the report-restricting period. Thus, a bed-leaving-reporting device, etc., can be provided which can report a preindication of bed-leaving with an appropriate timing by reporting the preindication of bed-leaving on the basis of the bed-leaving pattern of the bedded person's state in the past.

SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR RISK MANAGEMENT ANALYSIS OF A PRESSURE SENSING SYSTEM

A system supporting subject risk analysis and risk event management for detecting possible risk indications and the risk of a subject developing pressure injuries. The system includes monitoring risk events using a pressure sensing apparatus and by recording pressure values at a plurality of pixels of a sensing mat to determine subject's pressure distribution and associated pressure image at any given time. The mapping of pressure sensing elements coordinates of the pressure sensing apparatus to a subject-based coordinate system using applicable transformation functions enables risk analysis and display of subject's pressure distribution maps representing gathered data at different times. Pressure images of the subject's pressure distributions helps in identifying postures adopted by a subject, determining risk of a subject developing pressure injuries and registering possible bed-exit and bed-fall risk events.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MONITORING CARDIO-PULMONARY HEALTH

Disclosed is a cardio-pulmonary health monitoring apparatus. The apparatus comprises a contactless motion sensor configured to generate one or more movement signals representing bodily movement of a patient during a monitoring session; a processor; and a memory storing program instructions configured to cause the processor to carry out a method of processing the one or more movement signals. The method comprises extracting one or more sleep disordered breathing features from the one or more movement signals, and predicting whether a clinical event is likely to occur during a predetermined prediction horizon based on the one or more sleep disordered breathing features.

Bed status information system for hospital beds

A bed monitoring system that remotely monitors a patient bed. The bed monitoring system comprises a bed status system and a master station. The bed status system is coupled to the patient bed and is configured to monitor at least one condition of the bed, and to generate a bed message indicating the status of the monitored condition. The master station, remote from the patient bed, is operatively coupled to the bed status system to receive bed status information. The bed message can include a bed identifier, bed type identifier, patient exit detection signal, bed occupied signal, or various other status signals. The system can also include locating stations that receive the bed messages from any beds within its monitored location, and generates a station message including information from the bed messages. The master station receives the station messages and can determine the status and location of any bed.

Hospital bed including moveable foot portion

A patient support including a frame and a mattress supported by the frame. The frame includes a deck support and a deck supporting the mattress.

Capacitive patient presence monitor

A capacitive sensor pad includes a foam plastic pad and heavy aluminum foil plates located to the opposite side thereof. The plates are adhesively bonded to the inner surfaces of an outer cover. The capacitor of the pad is connected in circuit with an oscillator and produces a frequency-related output. A ripple counter establishes a frequency-related output proportional to the capacitance. A microprocessor reads the counter output and a plurality of samples are averaged to establish a reference base and the true weight affect of the patient on the sensing pad. Other factors which might effect the signal are readily attended to by programmed compensation. Each subsequent sample is averaged and compared with the reference base. If within a permitted range, the latest and current signal is averaged with the reference base and establishes a new base, and continuously tracks changes in the sensing system. A selected change in a selected time delay system by requiring a series of alarm states ...

Pressure operated electric switch and alarm system using such switch

A pressure operated electrical switch and an alarm system for use in hospitals and nursing homes is constructed such that a force is applied to the upper surface of a leaf spring therein. Once the load is reduced below a predetermined value the leaf spring will move to close/open a microswitch or electrical contact means. The normal force applied to the leaf spring is the load on the leg of the hospital bed when occupied. If the bed occupant gets out of the bed the load on the leaf spring is reduced below a predetermined value and the consequent movement of the leaf spring opens/closes the switch means to actuate the alarm.

Presence Detector and Occupant Support Employing the Same

An occupant support 20 augmented with a detection system for assessing the condition of an occupant includes first and second detectors 58, 62 for detecting presence of the occupant, an occupancy detector for determining if the occupant is occupying the occupant support and an analyzer for assessing whether a presence indication from each of the first and second detectors and an occupancy indication from the occupancy detector correspond to a satisfactory condition of the occupant or an unsatisfactory condition of the occupant. A presence detection system for determining the condition of a target comprises a first and second detectors for detecting presence of the target in first and second regions, and an analyzer for assessing whether presence indications established by the presence detectors correspond to a satisfactory condition of the target or an unsatisfactory condition of the target.

Patient monitoring system

To monitor a patient, an alligator clip is fastened to the patient by a cord having a length of between five inches and five feet. The other end of the cord is connected to a switch which is activated when the patient moves beyond the length of the cord to cause a message to be announced. A disposable pressure pad is located under the patient and armed by the application of weight to the pad. Upon removal of the weight the alarm is given.

Device and Method of Monitoring a Position and Predicting an Exit of a Subject on or from a Substrate

Methods and devices for monitoring the position of a subject are disclosed. One such method includes sensing pressure waves generated by the subject moving on a divided bladder comprising interleaved portions, generating signals indicative of the pressure waves for each of the interleaved portions, and sending the signals to a processor. The method further includes determining the position of the subject based on the difference between the signals from each of the interleaved portions and generating a pattern for the subject. The pattern includes the presence and/or position of the subject over time. The method further includes predicting an action such as an exit of the subject from the divided bladder based on comparing a current pattern for the subject to previous patterns for the subject.

HOSPITAL BED HAVING WIRELESS NETWORK CONNECTIVITY

A system that monitors various conditions of a plurality of hospital beds located in different rooms of a healthcare facility is provided. Alternatively or additionally, other types of equipment may be monitored by the system. Various configurations of network interface units that are coupleable to or integrated into a hospital bed are also disclosed. The system receives data from the hospital beds and/or other equipment and initiates a communication to a wireless communication device of at least one designated caregiver in response to the received data being indicative of an alarm condition.

LIFE RHYTHM MEASUREMENT SYSTEM AND LIFE RHYTHM MEASUREMENT METHOD

In the life rhythm measurement system, a distance measuring device measures 3D information (whether a posture corresponds to a standing posture, a sitting posture, or a lying posture, a movement amount, and absence information) of a measurement target person using a TOF sensor. A management device aggregates the 3D information measured by the distance measuring device for each unit time, estimates a life rhythm (a ratio of each posture per unit period, a movement amount, an absence time, a bedtime, a wake time, and a home return time) of the measurement target person from a 3D data for each time, and accumulates the estimated life rhythm in a storage device. The management device provides information on the life rhythm of the measurement target person accumulated in the storage device to a measurement requester.

System and method for monitoring an individual

A system for monitoring an individual within predetermined facilities in order to determine whether there is a need for setting an alert is provided. The system includes: a personal module to be worn by the monitored individual, the personal module including at least one motion sensor; at least one node module, with which the personal module is arranged to communicate; storage; and at least one processing device. The at least one processing device may be arranged to: receive sensor data from the at least one motion sensor in the personal module; determine whether the received sensor data indicates a specific alert state among a plurality of predetermined alert states, the alert states including at least a FALL alert state, to be used if a probable fall has been detected for the monitored individual, and an OUT OF BED alert state, to be used if it has been detected that the monitored individual is probably getting out of bed; determine the distance between the personal module and the at ...

Presence detector and occupant support employing the same

An occupant support 20 augmented with a detection system for assessing the condition of an occupant includes first and second detectors 58, 62 for detecting presence of the occupant, an occupancy for determining if the occupant is occupying the occupant, support and an analyzer for assessing whether a presence indication from each of the first, and second detectors and an occupancy indication from the occupancy detector correspond to a satisfactory condition of the occupant or an unsatisfactory condition of the occupant. A presence detection system for determining the condition of a target comprises a first and second detectors for detecting presence of the target in first and second regions, and an analyzer for assessing whether presence indications established by the presence detectors correspond to a satisfactory condition of the target or an unsatisfactory condition of the target.

METHOD, MONITORING DEVICE AND MONITORING SYSTEM FOR DETECTING A PERSON GETTING INTO AND/OR OUT OF A BED

ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКАЯ КРОВАТЬ

Изобретение относится к медицинской технике. Электрическая кровать содержит корпус, головную планку возле головной части кровати, способную поворачиваться, привод, модуль отслеживания, приводной модуль, модуль беспроводной связи и модуль обучения. Один конец привода шарнирно соединен c головной планкой, а другой его конец шарнирно соединен с корпусом кровати для приведения в действие головной планки для ее поворота. Модуль отслеживания содержит датчик давления для определения храпа пользователя согласно регулярному изменению давления, вызываемому, когда пользователь храпит. Когда модуль отслеживания обнаруживает, что пользователь храпит, приводной модуль управляет приводом для приведения в действие головной планки для ее поворота в положение противодействия храпу. Интеллектуальный терминал беспроводным образом передает заданную пользователем программу противодействия храпу на модуль беспроводной связи. Модуль беспроводной связи посылает условия для применения функции противодействия храпу ...

ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКАЯ КРОВАТЬ

Изобретение относится к области медицинской техники и предназначено для пробуждения пользователя. Электрическая кровать содержит корпус кровати, планки кровати, устройство пробуждения, часы и главный блок управления, причем главный блок управления электрически соединен с устройством пробуждения и часами и выполнен с возможностью хранения времени пробуждения. Электрическая кровать дополнительно содержит модуль отслеживания, содержащий модуль обработки и датчик. Датчик электрически соединен с модулем обработки и выполнен с возможностью отслеживания того, встал ли пользователь с кровати. Если датчик отслеживает, что пользователь не встал с кровати, модуль обработки активирует устройство пробуждения, когда на часах наступает время пробуждения согласно сохраненному времени пробуждения, а если датчик отслеживает, что пользователь встал с кровати, модуль обработки не активирует устройство пробуждения, когда на часах наступает время пробуждения. Устройство пробуждения представляет собой привод ...

СИСТЕМА И СПОСОБ ОБНАРУЖЕНИЯ ПАДЕНИЯ

УСТРОЙСТВО ДИСТАНЦИОННОГО БЕСКОНТАКТНОГО МОНИТОРИНГА ПАРАМЕТРОВ ЖИЗНЕДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТИ ЖИВОГО ОРГАНИЗМА

... 1. Устройство дистанционного бесконтактного мониторинга параметров жизнедеятельности живого организма, содержащее, по меньшей мере, один измерительный блок, по меньшей мере, один блок управления и обработки информации и, по меньшей мере, один блок интерфейса, причем измерительный блок соединен с блоком управления и обработки информации, а блок управления и обработки информации соединен с блоком интерфейса, при этом измерительный блок содержит, по меньшей мере, один радиопередающий модуль, и, по меньшей мере, один радиоприемный модуль, причем блок управления и обработки информации выполнен с возможностью формирования управляющих импульсов для каждого из радиопередающего и радиоприемного модулей произвольно задержанных друг относительно друга по времени, отличающееся тем, что каждый из радиопередающих модулей и/или каждый из радиоприемных модулей, входящих в состав измерительного блока, выполнен независимым один от другого, а блок управления и обработки информации дополнительно выполнен с ...

Steuereinheit für ein Kranken- oder Pflegebett

Steuereinheit (100) für ein Kranken- oder Pflegebett mit einer Liegefläche, wobei die Steuereinheit (100) ein Detektionsmittel umfasst, das dazu ausgebildet ist, ein Detektionssignal zu erzeugen, wenn eine auf die Liegefläche wirkende Kraft einen Schwellwert unterschreitet, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Steuereinheit (100) ein Leuchtmittel (105) umfasst, das dazu ausgebildet ist, einen Bodenbereich vor dem Kranken- oder Pflegebett zu beleuchten, wobei die Steuereinheit (100) dazu ausgebildet ist, das Leuchtmittel (105) anzuschalten, wenn das Detektionssignal erzeugt wurde.

Beleuchtungssystem für mindestens ein Leuchtmittel

Beleuchtungssystem für mindestens ein Leuchtmittel, insbesondere für Leuchtdioden, aufweisend – eine Leuchte (3) – einen Konverter zum Betreiben des Leuchtmittels, – ein Erfassungsgerät (7), wobei das Erfassungsgerät (7) dazu ausgelegt ist die Schlafphase einer Person (4) festzustellen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Beleuchtungssystem (1) das Leuchtmittel in unterschiedlichen Betriebsmodi betreiben kann, wobei die Betriebsmodi in Abhängigkeit von der durch das Erfassungsgerät (7) festgestellten Schlafphase der Person (4) aktiviert werden.

Mit Sensoren bestückte Matratze

Matratze, mit einem Matratzenkern (1) und einem den Matratzenkern (1) umgebenden Bezug, und einer Sensoranordnung, die quer zur Längsachse der Matratze ausgerichtet ist, und einen druckempfindlichen, die Anwesenheit einer auf der Matratze liegenden Person detektierenden Sensor (11) aufweist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass zwei als Sensorriegel (7) bezeichnete Sensoranordnungen in der Matratze angeordnet sind, wobei ein Sensorriegel (7) in der so genannten oberen Hälfte der Matratze und ein Sensorriegel (7) in der so genannten unteren Hälfte der Matratze angeordnet ist.

Occupancy monitoring device

Anti-slip trip and fall system

Detecting changes in attributes of a human or animal body

Person monitoring system and method

The mobility of a person 20 is determined using a sensor to monitor the vertical location of a target object that is fixed with respect to the person. The sensor may be a camera 14 or other type of sensor (e.g. thermal camera, radar, lidar, EM, sonar). The target may be a physical feature of the individual 20 (e.g. face 21, head, shoulder) or an object attached to their body (e.g. spectacles, necklace). Transitions of the person between sitting and standing are determined. The time taken for the person to move between sitting and standing (time spent in a transition event) may be used as an indication of the person’s mobility. Changes in transition times may be indicative of changes in mobility. Mobility determination may be used to assess the person’s risk of falling. The camera 14 may be adjacent to/incorporated in a television 15, with the person’s chair 18 in its field of view. Monitoring may be performed using a pose estimator and analyser (24, 26, fig. 3) using a series of images ...

Determination of orientation and presence of a person in a bed chair

Improvements in or relating to methods of patient monitoring

Monitoring patient use of pressure relief mattresses comprises providing a pressure relief mattress having a system which includes a pump 12 connectible to a flexible pressure chamber of said mattress and applying a sequence of differing pressures to the chamber for the alleviation of pressure to a patient supported on said mattress. Sensors 44, 46, 48, 50 are provided to sense different operating parameters of the pump and feed signals to a processor 26. In operation the processor analyses the signals to determine correct use during the period of operation. In embodiments the system can monitor patient absence from bed or mattress pressurisation system failure. Can be provided as part of a wireless communication network including a plurality of said mattresses. Sensors can be provided in close proximity to a conductor associated with a power supply and a fluid pressure output conduit of a pump, therefore being remote from the patient to provide non-intrusive monitoring.

Pressure monitoring cushion

Method and apparatus for determining for a Timed stand-up and go test time required

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung der für einen Timed-Up-and-Go-Test benötigten Zeit sowie zur Verifikation des ermittelten Ergebnisses, - wobei ein Entfernungsmessgerät (6) vorgesehen ist, das den Abstand eines Probanden (1) laufend misst, - wobei der Proband (1) angewiesen wird, vom Stuhl (4) aufzustehen, vorwärts, insbesondere zur Wand (2), zum Hindernis oder zur Markierung zu gehen, anschließend umzukehren und sich wieder auf dem Stuhl (4) hinzusetzen und der Proband (1) diese Anweisung nach seinen Möglichkeiten ausführt, - wobei überprüft wird, ob der Proband (1) auf dem Stuhl (4) sitzt und eine Zeitnehmung gestartet wird, - wobei die Zeitnehmung gestoppt wird, wenn sich der Proband (1) wieder auf den Stuhl (4) setzt, - wobei aus den Entfernungsmesswerten ein Signal (d(t)) erstellt wird, das daraufhin untersucht wird, ob es a) in einem ersten Zeitbereich kontinuierlich ansteigt, und b) nach dem Übersteigen eines vorgegebenen Umkehrschwellenwerts (dth,u) wieder kontinuierlich ...

USE OF RFID FOR PREVENTION OR RECOGNITION OF FALLS, GOING AROUND, BED EXIT AS WELL AS MEDICAL ERRORS

DEVICE FOR THE PRESENCE MONITORING OF A PERSON IN A BED.

ZUSTANDSINFORMATIONSSYTEM FOR HOSPITAL BEDS

System for predicting egress from an occupant support

A system for predicting exit from an occupant support, includes a processor, a memory in communication with the processor, and a frame having at least one force sensor which outputs a force signal in response to force exerted thereon. The system also includes machine readable instructions stored in the memory which cause the system to perform at least the following actions when executed by the processor: 1) determine a property of the signal during an interval of time, 2) classify the property as suggesting an exit event or as not suggesting an exit event, and 3) if the property is classified as suggesting an exit event, generate a notification thereof.

Method and Apparatus for Monitoring Cardio-Pulmonary Health

... 11 (K Disclosed is a cardio-pulmonary health monitoring apparatus. The apparatus comprises a contactless motion sensor configured to generate one or more movement signals representing bodily movement of a patient during a monitoring session; a processor; and a memory storing program instructions configured to cause the processor to carry out a method of processing the one or more movement signals. The method comprises extracting one or more sleep disordered breathing features from the one or more movement signals, and predicting whether a clinical event is likely to occur during a predetermined prediction horizon based on the one or more sleep disordered breathing features. A29446532.0116 ...

Person support apparatus with adjustable exit detection zones

A person support apparatus, such as a bed, cot, stretcher, or the like, for a supporting an occupant includes an exit detection system that has, in some embodiments, multiple user-selectable zones. An alert is triggered when the occupant crosses a boundary of the selected zone. A first zone has a boundary that is adjusted based on a condition of the person support apparatus, such as the width of the support deck or other characteristic. A second zone has a boundary that is not adjusted based on the condition of the person support apparatus, but which may have a boundary that is dependent on an initial location of the occupant when the exit detection system is armed. The initial location of the occupant may correspond to a center of gravity of the occupant. -49- ,76 36 26 22 26 36 56 94 98 88 56 94 92 96 98a 98b 98c ...

PATIENT MONITOR

PATIENT MONITOR A patient monitor includes an enclosure which is secured to the bed of a patient. The enclosure is electrically connected with a nurse's call panel and the enclosure serves to mount a jack which is electrically connected to the nurse's call panel. This jack includes a normally closed switch which is opened when a mating plug is installed in the jack. The plug is connected by means of a cord to the gown of the patient in the bed. When the patient attempts to leave the bed the patient's motion pulls the plug from the jack, thereby allowing the switch to close and signalling via the call panel the patient's attempt to leave the bed.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MONITORING AND TREATING DIABETIC FOOT ULCERS

In some aspects, a computer-implemented method is disclosed for gathering and processing sensor data to identify a risk of impacting or causing a skin injury. The computer- implemented method can include: receiving, via a computer network, sensor feature data representing output of a user sensor configured to be worn on a limb of a user; generating activity classification model output data using the sensor feature data and an activity classification model, the activity classification model output data representing likelihoods that the sensor feature data corresponds to each of a plurality of different activity classifications; determining an activity classification from the activity classification model output data; and transmitting, via the computer network, display data representing the activity classification to a computing device configured to present the display data.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REMOTE PATIENT MONITORING

A system and method for providing and managing a remote patient monitoring (RPM) system. The method is implemented by a central server, an RPM client, and a networked monitoring device. The RPM client is a software program that is executed by a computing device that is connected to the server via a network. The networked monitoring device is implemented as a locator or a smart mobile cart. More specifically, the RPM system can provide a tele-monitor with the ability to remotely monitor multiple patients, control remote cameras, and address abnormal patient situations. The RPM system can enhance tele-monitor effectiveness by detecting patient motion and tracking tele-monitor alertness.

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DETECTING WHEN A BEDRIDDEN PERSON GETS OUT OF BED OR HAS FALLEN

The present invention concerns a device (10) and a method for detecting if a bedridden person leaves his or her bed or has fallen out of his or her bed. The device carries out an analysis over time of the distances between the sensors of a detector (20) and the objects present in the detection field (50) of the detector. The detection is based on variations in said distances, and the locations of same within the monitored space (60).

HOSPITAL BED OBSTACLE DETECTION DEVICE AND METHOD

A hospital bed obstacle detection device (412) and related method for detecting an obstacle between first and second components (24, 26) of a hospital bed (410).

INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD AND RECORDING PROGRAM

An information processing apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: (A) an acquisition unit which acquires time series data relating to at least acceleration that is measured by a sensor device worn by a subject of sleep assessment, amount of activity of the subject, or the position of the subject; (B) an analysis unit which acquires assessment results by analyzing the condition of the subject relating to sleep in each section of an assessment period divided into three sections, the assessment period being from the time point at which the subject gets in bed or the time point of the first sleep onset after the subject gets in bed to the time point at which the subject gets out of bed or the time point of the last awakening before the subject gets out of bed, as identified from the times series data; and (C) an output processing unit which outputs the assessment results in a state such that it is possible to recognize which section the results correspond to.

A SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING A PERSON VIA AN ANALOG MULTI-ZONE PRESSURE SENSITIVE PAD

A pressure sensitive pad, generally planar in shape for placement underneath a mattress or cushion, capable of outputting a spectrum of signals depending on the pressure applied on the pad, comprising a plurality of sensitive zones, each zone being connected to a respective controller, configured to measure the pressure on each zone. The pressure sensitive pad comprising two electrically conductive layers; a variable conductive foam layer between the two conductive layers; and a non-conductive layer comprising a plurality of holes, disposed between a first of the two electrically conductive layers and the conductive foam layer. A system operable with the pad calibrates to detect absence and presence of a person for a range of mattress types and mattress weights and person weights; and determines a relative weight and position of the person while the person is on the mattress.

PATIENT MONITORING SYSTEM

The patient monitoring system comprises at least one load cell element (1 2) mounted in relation to a support surface, the load cell element (12) dete rmining movement of a person on a support surface. The movement is determine d based on a reference (31) measured using the load cell element (12) when t he person is positioned on the support surface in a reference position and t he subsequent load changes determined using the load cell element in relatio n to the reference. If the load change exceeds a pre-defined threshold, an a larm (18) is activated. The user is able to set the threshold value of the a larm system according to the physical condition of the patient. For example, in some cases it is necessary to be notified about any movements and in oth ers only major movements are of interest. The patient monitoring system is a ble to provide a flexible means of monitoring of a patient by a nurse or car er.

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MONITORING A PATIENT POSITION

A portable position safety device and method for the monitoring of a patient's position in a number of different situations are disclosed. The device comprises a gyroscope module, a processing unit and an alarm system. The device and method are designed to monitor the patient movement. As such, a movement of the patient's leg beyond a certain preset angle limit will trigger the device alarm system and alert the attendant. The monitoring of the patient's position is achieved using the gyroscope function.

PATIENT HANDLING DEVICE INCLUDING LOCAL STATUS INDICATION, ONE-TOUCH FOWLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT, AND POWER-ON ALARM CONFIGURATION

A patient handling device (20) includes a controller (44), with a plurality of sensors (54), control panels (68, 70, 72), and lamps (86, 88, 92) electrically connected to the controller (44). The patient handling device (20) records the normal/desired state of the various components when power is applied. When one of the components goes outside the normal/desired state, the controller (44) issues an alarm. This alarm includes illuminating a plurality of amber alert lamps (86, 88) which can normally be viewed by a user at any position around the outside of the patient handling device (20). The patient handling device (20) also includes a position control (106). This control (106) restricts movement of an upper/fowler portion (32) of the patient handling device (20) in a certain range of angular positions, while permitting movement of the upper portion (32) outside the certain range.

INFLATABLE AIR MATTRESS SYSTEM WITH DETECTION TECHNIQUES

In one example, this disclosure describes a method including receiving, at a central controller of an air mattress system, a plurality of air pressure value, determining a plurality of average values using the plurality of the received air pressure values, calculating a difference value between a first one of the plurality of average values and a second one of the plurality of average values, comparing the difference value to a threshold value, determining, based on the comparison, whether a user of the air mattress system moved.

IMPROVED PATIENT/NURSE CALL SYSTEM

A patient/nurse call system (10) for a hospital includes patient stations (1 8) capable of generating hospital calls and a remote mas ter station (32) which prioritizes and stores the calls. Hall units (28) outside patient rooms (14) identify the rooms (14) from which t he calls originate and the type of call. Each patient station (18) allows selective r etrieval and display of unanswered calls, and the system (10) further permits audio interconnection between any two of the stations (18, 3 2). Nurses-worn badges (26) transmit pulse-coded infrare d signals which are received by receivers (121) at the patient stations (18) a nd in response, the system (10) generates identity and l ocation signals which are stored at the master station (32). The nurse location and identity information may also be retrieved and displayed at any patient station (18). Receipt of a nurse's (11) infrared signal at a room st ation (18) automatically cancels a patient call originat ing from the room (14) and display ...

ELECTRIC SWITCH HAS PRESSURE CONTROL AND WARNING SYSTEM USING SUCH a SWITCH

BED CONNECTS, THE BIO SENSOR, MEDICAL RECORD

IMPERCEPTIBLE MOTION SENSING DEVICE HAVING CONDUCTIVE ELASTOMER

SUPPORT DEVICE FOR SUPPORTING A BODY, IN PARTICULAR A HUMAN BODY

Healthcare monitoring system

A healthcare monitoring system for health caring and space monitoring that determines movements or existence of a care recipient by utilizing visual images to detect variation in shape of an optical pattern is provided. The system includes a light source unit, an image capturing unit, an image processing unit and a warning unit. By capturing the shape variation of the optical pattern emitted by the light source unit provided around a lying equipment via the image capturing unit, the system effectively determines motions of the care recipient lying on the lying equipment, such as motions of getting up, turning over and hand waving, in addition to lying flat, and detects activities of care providers or irrelevant persons around the lying equipment, thereby having an advantage that the activities of the care recipient lying on the lying equipment and the condition around the lying equipment can be monitored comprehensively.

PATIENT SUPPORT APPARATUS WITH PATIENT INFORMATION SENSORS

A person support apparatus includes sensors for monitoring aspects of a person positioned thereon. The outputs from the sensors are used to distinguish between new and prior occupants of the support apparatus, automatically zero an integrated scale system, distinguish between objects and humans on the support apparatus, determine if a person is sleeping or awake, monitor and characterize movement levels of the person, record a log of likely events regarding a support surface of the apparatus, propose identifications of objects added to or removed from the support surface, record force outputs, and/or other purposes. A person's sleep state may also be obtained and forwarded to a remote location. The sleep state data may be used to mute and/or control alerts or indicators, and/or to predict when a person is going to wake up and likely exit the support apparatus.

HOSPITAL BED OBSTACLE DETECTION DEVICE AND METHOD

A hospital bed obstacle detection device (412) and related method for detecting an obstacle between first and second components (24, 26) of a hospital bed (410).

Hospital bed with nurse call system interface unit

A system for use in a healthcare facility having a nurse call system with a nurse call computer located remotely from patient rooms is provided. The system includes a hospital bed having communication circuitry configured for communicating data from the hospital bed. An interface unit is spaced from the hospital bed. The interface unit has a first connector to which the hospital bed couples via a wired connection, a second connector which is communicatively coupled to the nurse call system, and circuitry comprising a third connector for connection to an external device.

Patient monitoring system

A patient support apparatus includes a monitoring system having a first detector and a controller. The first detector detects electromagnetic radiation from a first field of view of the first detector and providing a signal indicative of characteristics of the electromagnetic radiation. The controller includes a processor coupled to the first detector and a memory device including instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to processes the signal from the first detector, translate the signal into an array of data, and evaluate the data in the array to determine characteristics of a patient positioned in the first field of view.

Signaling device for detecting the presence of an object

A sheet switch ( 142 ) has a bottom layer ( 144 ) and a top layer ( 160 ). First and second conductors ( 148, 162 ) located on the bottom layer ( 144 ) form two separate conductive paths, with a voltage potential applied to the conductors ( 148, 162 ). The top layer ( 160 ) includes a ground conductor ( 172 ). Spacers ( 178 ) are positioned between the top and bottom layers ( 160, 144 ). When forces are externally applied, the spacers ( 178 ) collapse and the ground conductor ( 172 ) contacts the first and second conductors ( 148, 162 ), and establishes a conductive path therebetween.

Bed pre-exit patient monitor

Improvements in a bed pre exit patient monitor to determine when a patient has moved to an edge of a bed prior to the patient leaving the bed by measuring load on a single wheel by slightly lifting the wheel with load sensing rods that measure the wheel load. A variety of different alarm signals are used signal to warn a care giver. The device is self-contained, self-secures and removes itself from a variety of different diameter wheels. The device can auto calibration when the wheel is initially lifted and also calibrate when a patient is resting on a bed. The monitoring establishes a threshold load without a patient and with a patient to allow the software to determine when the on an edge of a bed and also when a patient has completely left the bed. Software filtering rejects patient movement to prevent false alarms.

System for tandem bed communication

This disclosure concerns a communication system adapted to communicate between a handheld remote control and a first adjustable bed controller of a first adjustable bed facility, and a second communication system adapted to communicate between the first adjustable bed controller of the first adjustable bed facility and a second adjustable bed controller of a second adjustable bed facility.

Management of patient fall risk

Methods, computer systems, and computer-storage media are provided for facilitating the management of a patient's fall risk. It is determined that the patient has previously been classified as a fall risk. Inputs are automatically received from fall risk sensors located in the patient's clinical care room, and, based on the inputs received from the fall risk sensors, it is determined that the patient is currently at risk for falling. Alerts are initiated and settings for components within the clinical care room are adjusted to decrease the patient's fall risk.

Patient Monitoring System with Unitary Structure and Method

A unitary patient monitoring system () includes an alarm, such as a loudspeaker () and a weight sensitive switch (). Each component is encapsulated in a cover member (), which can be configured as a T-shape. The alarm is actuated when a user removes his weight from the weight sensitive switch (). Where the alarm is a loudspeaker (), an audible alarm is emitted by the loudspeaker () when a user gets up off the unitary patient monitoring system (). Optional features of the unitary patient monitoring system () include an interrupt switch () for temporarily rendering the alarm inactive and a master switch () for turning the unitary patient monitoring system () ON and OFF. The unitary patient monitoring system () can be configured to turn ON automatically when a user sits on the unitary patient monitoring system () as well. 1. A unitary patient monitoring system , comprising:a loudspeaker;a weight sensitive switch to actuate the loudspeaker; anda unitary cover member encapsulating both the loudspeaker and the weight sensitive switch within the unitary cover member.2. The unitary patient monitoring system of claim 1 , further comprising a master switch claim 1 , the master switch coupled with one or more of the loudspeaker and the weight sensitive switch claim 1 , the master switch encapsulated within the single cover member.3. The unitary patient monitoring system of claim 1 , further comprising a control circuit operable with the weight sensitive switch to actuate the loudspeaker upon application and removal of weight to the weight sensitive switch.4. The unitary patient monitoring system of claim 3 , the control circuit to actuate the loudspeaker until the weight is again applied to the weight sensitive switch.5. The unitary patient monitoring system of claim 3 , further comprising a interrupt switch claim 3 , the control circuit to prevent the loudspeaker from actuation when the interrupt switch is active until at least the weight is applied to claim 3 , and removed ...

Monitoring, predicting and treating clinical episodes

Apparatus and methods are described including a location sensing system that comprises a plurality of location sensors, and which is configured to identify respective locations of a plurality of clinicians, and to generate a location-sensing-system signal in response thereto. A patient-monitoring system includes a sensor, configured to measure a clinical parameter of a patient, and to generate a sensor signal in response thereto. A control unit of the patient-monitoring system includes signal analysis functionality that is configured to determine that an alert event has occurred, in response to the first sensor signal. In response to the location-sensing-system signal, the signal analysis functionality designates a first subset of the clinicians, and, in response to having determined that the alert event has occurred, the signal analysis functionality communicates the alert to the first subset of clinicians. Other applications are also described.

Sequential compression therapy compliance monitoring systems and methods

A system includes a sequential compression device (SCD) used by a patient as part of a sequential compression therapy (SCT) protocol. The system also includes a computer device that determines whether the SCD is in use in substantially real time in compliance with the protocol. The computer device initiates a notification to a caregiver if noncompliance with the SCT protocol is detected.

Bed Exit Night Light

The invention is a Bed Exit Night Light System designed to illuminate a hospital room if a patient leaves his bed, but is not activated by the presence of hospital staff or casual movement of equipment.

INFLATABLE AIR MATTRESS SYSTEM WITH DETECTION TECHNIQUES

In one example, this disclosure describes a method including receiving, at a central controller of an air mattress system, a plurality of air pressure value, determining a plurality of average values using the plurality of the received air pressure values, calculating a difference value between a first one of the plurality of average values and a second one of the plurality of average values, comparing the difference value to a threshold value, determining, based on the comparison, whether a user of the air mattress system moved. 1receiving, at a central controller of an air mattress system, a plurality of air pressure values;determining a plurality of average values using the plurality of the received air pressure values;calculating a difference value between a first one of the plurality of average values and a second one of the plurality of average values;comparing the difference value to a threshold value; anddetermining, based on the comparison, whether a user of the air mattress system moved.. A method comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 16/841,105, filed Apr. 6, 2020, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 16/510,265, filed Jul. 12, 2019, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/341,106, filed Nov. 2, 2016, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/209,414, filed Mar. 13, 2014, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,510,688, which claims the benefit of priority of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/781,311 titled, “INFLATABLE AIR MATTRESS SYSTEM WITH DETECTION TECHNIQUES” to Rob Nunn and filed on Mar. 14, 2013, the entire content being incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.The subject matter described in this application is related to subject matter disclosed in the following applications: U.S. Application Ser. No. 61/781,266 (Attorney Docket No. 3500.049PRV), filed on Mar. 14, 2013, titled “INFLATABLE AIR MATTRESS ALARM AND MONITORING SYSTEM”; U.S. Application Ser. No. 61/781,503 ( ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DYNAMICALLY IDENTIFYING A PATIENT SUPPORT SURFACE AND PATIENT MONITORING

Various patient monitoring systems can include a sensor configured to collect three dimensional information. The systems can identify a location of a patient support surface based on the three dimensional information. The systems can set a two dimensional planar threshold based on the patient support surface. The systems can identify a patient location above the patient support surface based on the three dimensional information and compare the patient location to the two dimensional planar threshold. Exceeding the threshold can be indicative of a high risk of a patient fall. An alert can be generated based on the threshold being exceeded. The systems can repeat the identification of the patient support surface location and the setting of the threshold to account for changes in the patient area. 132-. (canceled)33. A patient monitoring system for monitoring a patient area , the system comprising:a sensor configured to output a plurality of frames, the plurality of frames containing three dimensional pixel information of the patient area;a user interface; and receive the three dimensional pixel information of the plurality of frames;', 'identify a location and dimensions of a patient support surface based on the three dimensional pixel information;', 'set at least one threshold that is extended above, below, or vertically beyond the location and dimensions of the patient support surface;', 'determine a repositioning of the patient support surface;', 'adjust the at least one threshold based on the repositioning of the patient support surface;', 'identify one or more patient locations based on the three dimensional pixel information;', 'compare the one or more patient locations to the at least one threshold; and', 'generate an output with the user interface based on the one or more patient locations traversing the at least one threshold., 'control circuitry configured to34. The patient monitoring system of claim 33 , wherein the control circuitry is configured to:detect ...

DETERMINING A TIME PERIOD A PERSON IS IN BED

A method and wireless sensor device for determining a time period a person is in bed. In one aspect, a method includes utilizing a wireless sensor device to obtain a plurality of acceleration samples in relation to at least one axis associated with a person's body over a predetermined time window. The method also includes calculating a polar angle for each acceleration sample within the predetermined time window. The method also includes calculating a fraction of an amount of time within the predetermined time window that the polar angle is greater than an angle threshold that indicates that the person is lying down, where if the fraction is greater than a predetermined threshold, the predetermined time window is marked as a period the person is lying down. 1. A computer-implemented method for determining a time period a person is in bed , the method comprising:utilizing a wireless sensor device to obtain a plurality of acceleration samples in relation to at least one axis associated with a person's body over a predetermined time window;calculating a polar angle for each acceleration sample within the predetermined time window; andcalculating a fraction of an amount of time within the predetermined time window that the polar angle is greater than an angle threshold that indicates that the person is lying down, wherein if the fraction is greater than a predetermined angle threshold, the predetermined time window is marked as a period the person is lying down.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of acceleration samples are calibrated.3. The method of claim 1 , the obtaining of the plurality of acceleration samples comprises:obtaining raw acceleration samples in relation to the at least one axis; anddetermining the plurality acceleration samples based on calibrated raw acceleration samples.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one axis includes a plurality of axes in relation to the person's body.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one ...

Dynamic Support Apparatus

A dynamic support apparatus. The dynamic support apparatus includes a cushion, at least one actuator wherein the at least one actuator defines an interior volume and wherein the interior volume may be configured to be at least partially filled with a fluid, and a support disposed in the interior volume wherein the support configured to support an occupant when the interior volume is not filled with the fluid such that the support is sufficient to support the occupant. 1. A dynamic support apparatus comprising:a cushion;at least one actuator wherein the at least one actuator defines an interior volume and wherein the interior volume configured to be at least partially filled with a fluid and the at least one actuator attached to an actuator fluid conduit in communication with the interior volume;a fluid pump having a pump inlet and a pump outlet;a rotary valve including a stationary portion and a rotor, the rotor being a planar body having transversely disposed flow paths recessed into each of a first face and a second face of the rotor, wherein the first face is opposingly situated with respect to the second face, the flow paths terminating in valve fluid ports; and a first position in which the pump inlet is in fluid communication with the atmosphere through the valve and the pump outlet is in fluid communication with the actuator fluid conduit through the valve,', 'a second position in which the pump inlet is in communication with the actuator fluid conduit via the valve and the pump outlet is in communication with the atmosphere via the valve, and', 'a third position in which the actuator fluid conduit is in communication with the atmosphere via the valve., 'a processor for commanding a motor to rotate the rotor to at least'}2. The dynamic support apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first claim 1 , second claim 1 , and third positions are spaced equal angular intervals apart.3. The dynamic support apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the motor drives the rotor in a ...

Apparatus for Supporting and Monitoring a Person

A system includes a person-support structure, a sensor configured to sense a characteristic of a person supported on the person-support structure, and a control configured to calculate a condition score as a function of the characteristic of the person. The control is operable to change a characteristic of the person-support structure as a function of the condition score. 115.-. (canceled)16. A method comprisingsensing a characteristic of a person supported on a person-support apparatus, the characteristic being a physiological parameter of the person,calculating a condition score as a function of the characteristic,configuring a support system as a function of the condition score, anddisplaying the condition score on a graphical display of the person-support apparatus.17. The method of claim 16 , wherein the support system includes the person-support apparatus.18. The method of claim 16 , wherein the support system includes a person-support surface.19. The method of claim 16 , wherein the condition score includes a fall risk assessment score or a pressure ulcer risk assessment score.20. The method of claim 16 , wherein the support system includes a fluid supply and the configuring comprises causing the fluid supply to initiate a therapy.21. A system comprising:a person-support structure,a sensor configured to sense a characteristic of a person supported on the person-support structure, the characteristic being a physiological parameter of the person, anda control configured to calculate a condition score as a function of the characteristic of the person, the control being operable to change a characteristic of the person-support structure as a function of the condition score and to display the condition score on a graphical display of the person-support structure.22. The system of claim 21 , wherein the person-support structure includes a bed frame with a movement mechanism claim 21 , the control controlling the movement mechanism as a function of the condition ...

Patient movement and incontinence notification devices

A notification device is provided that includes a sensor pad, and an electronics module generates one or more notifications in response to signals received from the sensor pad. In a first embodiment, the sensor pad includes a pressure sensor for sensing pressure applied by a patient and generating a pressure signal, and conductive tracings for sensing moisture due to incontinence and generating a moisture detection signal when moisture is detected. In another embodiment, an absorbent sensor pad includes a sensor pad for sensing moisture and includes an absorbent chuck having a moisture-impermeable sheet with an absorbent material on an upper surface thereof, wherein the moisture-impermeable sheet has an aperture for receiving the sensor pad. The absorbent sensor pad may be provided in the form of a diaper.

BED-LEAVING SENSOR AND BED-LEAVING DETECTION METHOD

A bed-leaving sensor for detecting bed-leaving by a user on a bed, including: a sitting position detection member that detects a sitting position of the user based on a detection value of a pressure sensor arranged on the bed; a foot movement detection member for detecting foot movement of the user based on the detection value of the pressure sensor; and a bed-leaving behavior detection member that detects bed-leaving behavior of the user with the sitting position or the foot movement being detected within a preset bed-leaving expectation region as a condition. 1. A bed-leaving sensor for detecting bed-leaving by a user on a bed , comprising:a sitting position detection member that detects a sitting position of the user based on a detection value of a pressure sensor arranged on the bed;a foot movement detection member for detecting foot movement of the user based on the detection value of the pressure sensor; anda bed-leaving behavior detection member that detects bed-leaving behavior of the user with the sitting position or the foot movement being detected within a preset bed-leaving expectation region as a condition.2. The bed-leaving sensor according to claim 1 , wherein the bed-leaving expectation region is set to be a foot side region on the bed.3. The bed-leaving sensor according to claim 1 , wherein the pressure sensor is arranged only at a bed-leaving possibility region on the bed.4. The bed-leaving sensor according to claim 1 , wherein the sitting position detection member sets a determination area in a periphery of a pressure sensing center of a region in which pressure of a given contact threshold value or greater is detected within a preset sitting position determination region on the pressure sensor claim 1 , and the sitting position is detected based on a ratio of a total pressure detected within the determination area occupying a total pressure detected within the sitting position determination region claim 1 , a breadth of the region in which the ...

Bed-leaving sensor and bed-leaving detection method

A bed-leaving sensor for detecting bed-leaving by a user on a bed, including: a sitting position detection member that detects a sitting position of the user based on a detection value of a pressure sensor arranged on the bed; and a bed-leaving behavior detection member that detects bed-leaving behavior of the user with at least one of the following as a condition: (i) the sitting position being detected within a preset bed-leaving expectation region, (ii) a movement volume of a sitting position center of gravity which is a center of gravity of the sitting position exceeding a given threshold value within a given time, and (iii) the sitting position center of gravity moving toward a preset bed-leaving range.

BODY MOTION DETERMINATION SYSTEM

A body motion determination system () configured to determine whether or not a subject (S) on a bed (BD) has a body motion includes: a plurality of load detectors () each configured to detect the load of the subject on the bed; a respiratory waveform obtaining unit () configured to obtain a respiratory waveform of the subject based on a temporal variation of the load of the subject detected by each of the plurality of load detectors; and a body motion determining unit () configured to determine whether or not the subject has the body motion based on a comparison between a first threshold value and a standard deviation of the temporal variations in the load of the subject detected by at least one of the plurality of load detectors. The body motion determining unit is configured to compensate the standard deviation to be used in the comparison by an amplitude of the respiratory waveform.

FURNITURE-INTEGRATED MONITORING SYSTEM AND LOAD CELL FOR SAME

A load cell apparatus for use with a bed includes a housing having a top portion and a bottom portion, and a load cell device held by the bottom portion of the housing. The load cell device is structured to generate a signal having a magnitude that is proportional to a first force being applied to the load cell device. The load cell apparatus also includes a button member held by the housing in a manner wherein the button member is structured to engage the load cell device and apply the first force to the load cell device in response to a second force being applied to the top portion of the housing. Also, various systems for monitoring parameters such as weight, sleep quality, fall risk, and/or pressure sore risk that may incorporate such a load cell apparatus. 1. A load cell apparatus , comprising:a housing having a top portion and a bottom portion;a load cell device held by the bottom portion of the housing, the load cell device being structured to generate a signal having a magnitude that is proportional to a first force being applied to the load cell device; anda button member coupled to the top portion of the housing and being moveable relative to the bottom portion of the housing in a manner wherein the button member is structured to engage the load cell device and apply the first force to the load cell device in response to a second force being applied to the top portion of the housing.2. The load cell apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a flexible member provided between the top portion of the housing and the bottom portion of the housing claim 1 , wherein the button member is held by the flexible member and positioned between the flexible member and the load cell device.3. The load cell apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the button member includes a central member claim 2 , a first member extending from a first surface of the central member and a second member extending from a second surface of the central member opposite the first ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING ATTEMPTED BED EXIT

Systems and methods for identifying someone intending to leave a bed or chair generally before or shortly after the bed or chair is exited. These can allow intervention where necessary to prevent some falls before they occur. The systems and methods typically collect and aggregate real-time patient data to detect “attempted bed exits”—attempts made by a patient which indicate that the patient may be attempting to leave the bed or chair and, determine their risk for falling. Where done in real time, a patient making an “attempt” to exit can be stopped before or shortly after an actual exit is made, permitting staff to assist with, or prevent, the exit as necessary. 1. A system for determining the risk of a patient falling after exiting a bed , the system comprising:a bed including a bed sensor for monitoring a bed is occupied by a patient;a depth camera for imaging said patient; and determine movement specifics of how said patient moves immediately prior to exiting said bed from said bed sensor and said depth camera;', "based on said movement specifics, evaluate a patient's instantaneous risk of falling after exiting said bed; and", 'if said instantaneous risk is sufficiently high, issuing an alert for said patient., 'a computer running appropriate software to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein said computer determines from said bed sensor that said patient is attempting to get up.3. The system or claim 2 , wherein said computer obtains from said bed sensor the amount of time it takes said patient to go from a prone to a sitting position.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein said computer obtains from said bed sensor the amount of time it takes said patient to go from a sitting to a standing position.5. The system of claim 2 , wherein said computer obtains from said bed sensor at least on of said patient's current heart rate claim 2 , respiration claim 2 , or body temperature.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein said computer determines from said depth sensor if an ...

PERSON SUPPORT APPARATUSES WITH EXIT DETECTION SYSTEMS

A person support apparatus, such as a bed, cot, stretcher, or the like, includes an exit detection system that has, in some embodiments, multiple user-selectable modes. A first mode issues an alert in response to a static condition being met and the second mode issues an alert in response to a dynamic condition being met. The static condition may be defined by an unchanging boundary that triggers an alert if the occupant's center of gravity crosses the boundary. The dynamic condition may be defined by a changing boundary that triggers an alert if the occupant's center of gravity crosses it. The changing boundary may change based upon the occupant's height, weight, BMI, vital sign, or other characteristic. The changing boundary may also change based upon a position of one or more components of the person support apparatus, such as a siderail or Fowler section. 1. A person support apparatus comprising:a support surface adapted to support thereon an occupant of the person support apparatus; andan exit detection system adapted to issue an alert if the occupant of the person support apparatus is moving toward exiting the support surface, the exit detection system including a plurality of user-selectable modes, wherein a first mode of the plurality of user-selectable modes takes into account a characteristic of the occupant in determining whether or not the occupant is moving toward exiting the support surface, and wherein a second mode of the plurality of user-selectable modes does not take into account the characteristic of the occupant in determining whether or not the occupant is moving toward exiting the support surface.2. The person support apparatus of wherein the characteristic of the occupant includes at least one of a height claim 1 , weight claim 1 , body orientation claim 1 , vital sign claim 1 , and fall risk assessment of the occupant.3. The person support apparatus of wherein the exit detection system includes a plurality of force sensors adapted to detect ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DYNAMICALLY IDENTIFYING A PATIENT SUPPORT SURFACE AND PATIENT MONITORING

Various patient monitoring systems can include a sensor configured to collect three dimensional information. The systems can identify a location of a patient support surface based on the three dimensional information. The systems can set a two dimensional planar threshold based on the patient support surface. The systems can identify a patient location above the patient support surface based on the three dimensional information and compare the patient location to the two dimensional planar threshold. Exceeding the threshold can be indicative of a high risk of a patient fall. An alert can be generated based on the threshold being exceeded. The systems can repeat the identification of the patient support surface location and the setting of the threshold to account for changes in the patient area. 132-. (canceled)33. A patient monitoring system for monitoring a patient area , the system comprising:a sensor configured to output a plurality of frames, the plurality of frames containing three dimensional information of the patient area, wherein the three dimensional information comprises grid positions of a plurality of pixels represented by coordinates along X- and Y-axes and depth of each pixel relative to a floor along a Z-axis; andcontrol circuitry configured to:receive the three dimensional information of the plurality of frames;identify a location of a patient support surface by segmenting the three dimensional information into candidate areas and grouping one or more planar surfaces in the candidate areas based on pixel depth;set at least one threshold above the location of the patient support surface on the Z-axis;identify one or more patient locations based on pixels that are above a depth of the patient support surface and within the location of the patient support surface;compare the one or more patient locations to the at least one threshold; andgenerate an output for display on a user interface based on the one or more patient locations traversing the at ...

MONITORING A SLEEPING SUBJECT

Apparatus and methods are described, including apparatus for use with a subject who shares a bed with a second person. A motion sensor detects motion of the subject and motion of the second person, and generates a motion signal in response thereto. A control unit identifies components of the motion signal that were generated in response to motion of the subject, by distinguishing between components of the motion signal that were generated in response to motion of the subject, and components of the motion signal that were generated in response to motion of the second person. The control unit analyzes the components of the motion signal that were generated in response to motion of the subject and generates an output in response thereto. Other applications are also described. 1. Apparatus for use with a subject who is a first person , who shares a bed with a second person , the apparatus comprising: a thin , flat motion sensor configured to be placed underneath a portion of the bed , and , while disposed underneath the portion of the bed , to: detect motion of the subject without contacting the subject , without contacting clothes the subject is wearing , without viewing the subject , and without viewing clothes the subject is wearing , detect motion of the second person without contacting the second person , without contacting clothes the second person is wearing , without viewing the second person , and without viewing clothes the second person is wearing , and generate a motion signal in response to detecting motion of the subject and motion of the second person; and a control unit configured to: identify components of the motion signal that were generated in response to motion of the subject , by distinguishing between components of the motion signal that were generated in response to motion of the subject , and components of the motion signal that were generated in response to motion of the second person , analyze the components of the motion signal that were ...

PATIENT SUPPORT APPARATUS WITH CAREGIVER REMINDERS

A patient support apparatus, such as a bed, cot, stretcher, operating table, recliner, or the like, includes a patient support structure, a user interface, a display, a plurality of lights, and a controller. The user interface comprises a display and controls for configuring various components of the patient support apparatus. The controller uses the lights and/or display to issue one or more reminders to the caregiver to put the patient support apparatus in a desired configuration before the caregiver walks away from the patient support apparatus. The reminders help ensure that the caregiver properly configured the patient support apparatus. In some embodiment, the reminders include pulsing the lights in an unobtrusive, but easily seen, manner until the proper configuration is achieved. Reminders may also be implemented by prohibiting certain functionality until the patient support apparatus is properly configured. 1. A patient support apparatus comprising:a support structure having a patient support surface adapted to support a patient thereon;a light;a display; anda controller in communication with the light and the display, the controller configured to detect if a component of the patient support apparatus is in a desired state or an undesired state; to display a reminder screen on the display and activate the light when the component of the patient support apparatus is in the undesired state; to clear the reminder screen from the display upon user-activation of an ignore control on the reminder screen; and to continue to activate the light after the reminder screen is cleared until the component of the patient support apparatus is in the desired state.2. The patient support apparatus of wherein the light comprises at least a first light claim 1 , a second light claim 1 , and a third light claim 1 , and wherein the patient support apparatus further comprises:a first siderail including an inner surface facing the patient and an outer surface facing away from the ...

PATIENT MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

An adherent patient device is configured to adhere to the skin of the patient and measure electrocardiogram data, impedance data, accelerometer data, blood oxygen data and temperature data. The adherent device can communicate wirelessly with gateways and a local processor system, such that the patient can wander about the hospital and update the monitoring station with the patient data when the patient is ambulatory. The local processor system can be configured to customize alerts for the patient, for example to notify automatically a specialist in response to a special condition of the patient. The adherent device may comprise a unique adherent device identifier such that the customized alert can be sent based on the unique device identifier. Each of the gateways can be carried and may comprise a unique gateway identifier, such that the unique device identifier and the unique gateway identifier can be used to locate the ambulatory patient. 165.-. (canceled)66. A system to monitor a plurality of patients , the system comprising:a plurality of patient devices, each patient device comprising identifying information and wireless communication circuitry, said each device configured to measure patient data and to transmit the patient data via the wireless communication circuitry;a local processor system comprising a tangible medium and at least one display disposed at a monitoring station, the local processor system configured to receive the patient data and display the patient data to a user at the monitoring station; anda plurality of gateways configured to receive the patient data from the wireless communication circuitry and transmit the patient data to the local processor system, wherein each of the plurality of gateways includes an approved device list that identifies those patient devices allowed to communicate with each of the plurality of gateways, wherein patient devices are paired with one or more gateways by communicating identifying information that is ...

Information processing device, information processing method, and program

The present invention provides an information processing device that sets a range designated within a captured image ( 3 ) as a range of a bed reference plane. During this setting, the information processing device evaluates whether the designated range is suitable as the range of the bed reference plane, based on a predetermined evaluation condition, and presents the result of that evaluation to a user. It is thereby possible to easily perform setting relating to a position of the bed that serves as a reference for detecting the behavior of a person being watched over.

LOAD DETECTOR AND LOAD DETECTING SYSTEM

There is provided a load detector including a beam-type load cell which is supported on a support base in a cantilever manner, and a platform connected to the beam-type load cell. The platform includes a main body on which a subject is to be placed and a slope having a first end, which is connected to the main body, the slope being configured to guide the subject to the main body. The slope is configured to swing between a first position in which a second end of the slope is in contact with a placement surface on which the load detector is placed and a second position in which the second end is separated from the placement surface. The platform further includes a lever connected to the first end of the slope and positioned above the main body.

BED DEVICE

A bed device includes: an operation section that receives an operation input; a controller that controls a movement of the bed in accordance with the operation input; a detector that detects a position of a patient on the bed; and, a limitation table that stores a limitation area set on the bed in association with a limitation content, wherein when the position of the patient detected by the detector is included in the limitation area, the limitation content is read out from the limitation table so as to control the controller in accordance with the limitation content. With this configuration, it is possible to provide a higher safety bed device which can not only notify the danger based on the bed movement but also limit the movement of the bed in accordance with the status of the patient or the bed device. 1. A mattress system comprising:an air mattress including first air cells extending in a first direction, a second air cell extending in a second direction crossing the first direction, the second air cell being provided under the first air cells;an input unit configured to input an instruction of the user;a detector configured to detect a condition of the air mattress; anda controller configured to control an operation of the air mattress based on the instruction, the controller being configured to limit the movement of the air mattress if the condition of the air mattress is satisfied with a first condition.2. The mattress system according to claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to continue to limit the movement of the air mattress even if the input unit receives the instruction.3. The mattress system according to claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured to temporarily suspend the movement of the air mattress if the condition of the air mattress is satisfied with a first condition.4. The mattress system according to claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured not to limit the movement of the air mattress if the condition of the air mattress ...

BED STATUS SYSTEM FOR A PATIENT SUPPORT APPARATUS

A bed status system includes a patient support apparatus having a status, a location unit configured to provide a location to the patient support apparatus, and a bed status module coupled to the location unit and the patient support apparatus to receive the status and the location.

PATIENT SUPPORT APPARATUS WITH PATIENT INFORMATION SENSORS

A person support apparatus includes sensors for monitoring aspects of a person positioned thereon. The outputs from the sensors are used to distinguish between new and prior occupants of the support apparatus, automatically zero an integrated scale system, distinguish between objects and humans on the support apparatus, determine if a person is sleeping or awake, monitor and characterize movement levels of the person, record a log of likely events regarding a support surface of the apparatus, propose identifications of objects added to or removed from the support surface, record force outputs, and/or other purposes. A person's sleep state may also be obtained and forwarded to a remote location. The sleep state data may be used to mute and/or control alerts or indicators, and/or to predict when a person is going to wake up and likely exit the support apparatus. 138-. (canceled)39. A patient support apparatus comprising:a frame;a support surface adapted to support a patient thereon;a vital sign sensor supported by the frame, the vital sign sensor adapted to detect at least one vital sign of the patient supported on the support surface; anda controller in communication with the vital sign sensor, the controller adapted to analyze data from the vital sign sensor to predict if the patient supported on the support surface is likely to exit from the patient support apparatus.40. The patient support apparatus of wherein the controller issues an alert when the controller predicts the patient is likely to exit from the patient support apparatus.41. The patient support apparatus of further including a siderail incorporated into the patient support apparatus claim 40 , the vital sign sensor being integrated into the siderail.42. The patient support apparatus of wherein the vital sign sensor emits a radio frequency signal toward the patient supported on the support surface and detects reflections from the patient's torso to determine at least one of a breathing rate of the ...

HEALTHCARE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM HAVING CONFIGURABLE ALARM RULES

A system that monitors various conditions of a plurality of hospital beds located in different rooms of a healthcare facility is provided. Alternatively or additionally, other types of equipment may be monitored by the system. Various configurations of network interface units that are coupleable to or integrated into a hospital bed are also disclosed. The system receives data from the hospital beds and/or other equipment and initiates a communication to a wireless communication device of at least one designated caregiver in response to the received data being indicative of an alarm condition. 110.-. (canceled)11. A system for alerting caregivers carrying wireless communication devices of alarm conditions associated with pieces of equipment in a healthcare facility , the system comprising at least one computer device that is remote from the pieces of equipment and that receives data from the pieces of equipment , a display screen associated with the computer device , the computer device being operable to display at least one alarm selection screen on the display screen , the at least one alarm selection screen permitting a user to select at least one respective boundary condition for at least two of the pieces of equipment and to specify that the respective boundary conditions of each of the at least two of the pieces of equipment must be violated before an alarm condition is considered to exist , the computer device being operable to initiate a communication to the wireless communication device of at least one of the designated caregivers in response to the alarm condition.12. The system of claim 11 , wherein the at least two pieces of equipment comprise a patient bed and at least one of the following: an IV pump claim 11 , a sequential compression device claim 11 , a therapy device claim 11 , and a device that measures a patient physiological parameter.13. The system of claim 11 , wherein the at two pieces of equipment comprises at least two of the following: a ...

Systems and methods for warning of a protruding body part of a wheelchair occupant

A system for warning of protruding body parts of a medical vehicle occupant includes a sensor, a feedback device, and a processing circuit. The sensor is configured to generate sensor data based on a position of the occupant, and the processing circuit is configured to determine a contour of the medical vehicle, detect a protruding extremity of the occupant based on the sensor data and the contour, and generate a warning using the feedback device, where the warning is based on the detected protruding extremity.

BED DEVICE

A bed device includes: an operation section that receives an operation input; a controller that controls a movement of the bed in accordance with the operation input; a detector that detects a position of a patient on the bed; and, a limitation table that stores a limitation area set on the bed in association with a limitation content, wherein when the position of the patient detected by the detector is included in the limitation area, the limitation content is read out from the limitation table so as to control the controller in accordance with the limitation content. With this configuration, it is possible to provide a higher safety bed device which can not only notify the danger based on the bed movement but also limit the movement of the bed in accordance with the status of the patient or the bed device. 1. A bed comprising:a surface configured to support a user;an input unit configured to input an instruction of the user;a detector configured to detect a position of the user; anda controller configured to control a movement of the surface based on the instruction, the controller being configured to limit the movement of the surface if a part of body of the user is in a first area, the first area being located above the surface.2. The bed according to claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to continue to limit the movement of the surface even if the input unit receives the instruction.3. The bed according to claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured to temporarily suspend the movement of the surface if a part of body of the user is in the first area.4. The bed according to claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured to control the surface in a plurality of forms claim 2 , and the controller is configured to limit the movement of the surface if a part of body of the user is in a first area and the input unit receives a first instruction.5. The bed according to claim 4 , wherein the controller is configured not to limit the movement of the surface ...

Device and Method of Monitoring a Position and Predicting an Exit of a Subject on or from a Substrate

Methods and devices for monitoring the position of a subject are disclosed. One such method includes sensing pressure waves generated by the subject moving on a divided bladder comprising interleaved portions, generating signals indicative of the pressure waves for each of the interleaved portions, and sending the signals to a processor. The method further includes determining the position of the subject based on the difference between the signals from each of the interleaved portions and generating a pattern for the subject. The pattern includes the presence and/or position of the subject over time. The method further includes predicting an action such as an exit of the subject from the divided bladder based on comparing a current pattern for the subject to previous patterns for the subject.

System And Method For Monitoring A Person Via An Analog Multi-Zone Pressure Sensitive Pad

A pressure sensitive pad, generally planar in shape for placement underneath a mattress or cushion, capable of outputting a spectrum of signals depending on the pressure applied on the pad, comprising a plurality of sensitive zones, each zone being connected to a respective controller, configured to measure the pressure on each zone. The pressure sensitive pad comprising two electrically conductive layers; a variable conductive foam layer between the two conductive layers; and a non-conductive layer comprising a plurality of holes, disposed between a first of the two electrically conductive layers and the conductive foam layer. A system operable with the pad calibrates to detect absence and presence of a person for a range of mattress types and mattress weights and person weights; and determines a relative weight and position of the person while the person is on the mattress. 1. A pressure sensitive pad , generally planar in shape for placement underneath a mattress or cushion , capable of outputting a spectrum of signals depending on the pressure applied on the pad.2. The pressure sensitive pad of configured for substantially not deforming the mattress or cushion.3. The pressure sensitive pad of claim 1 , comprising at least one of: a conductive film; a conductive foam; a conductive ink; and a strain gauge.4. The pressure sensitive pad of claim 1 , comprising a plurality of sensitive zones claim 1 , each zone being connected to a respective controller claim 1 , configured to measure the pressure on each zone.5. The pressure sensitive pad of claim 1 , comprising:two electrically conductive layers;a variable conductive layer between the two conductive layers, configured such that a resistance of the variable conductive layer decreases when pressure is applied on the variable conductive layer and the variable conductive layer is compressed;wherein the two electrically conductive layers are separated by the variable conductive layer, such that the electrical resistance ...

LONG TERM SENSING OF SLEEP PHENOMENA

A pressure sensor is configured to generate pressure readings from a user that is sleeping on a bladder. A client unit is configured to receive the pressure readings from the pressure sensor for a plurality of night's sleep for the user and transmit sleep-data to a cloud unit that is geographically remote from the client unit. A cloud unit is configured to receive the sleep-data, generate report-data from the sleep data; and generate sleep-reports for the user, each report corresponding to at least one different night's sleep of the user. 1. A system comprising:a pressure sensor configured to generate pressure readings from a user that is sleeping on a bladder; ["receive the pressure readings from the pressure sensor for a plurality of night's sleep for the user; and", 'transmit sleep-data to a cloud unit that is geographically remote from the client unit; and, 'a client unit configured to receive the sleep-data;', 'generate report-data from the sleep data; and', "generate sleep-reports for the user, each report corresponding to at least one different night's sleep of the user."], 'the cloud unit that is configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the system further comprises a worn-sensor.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the sensor is communicable coupled to the client unit claim 2 , and wherein the client unit receives worn-readings from the worn-sensor.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the sensor is communicable coupled to a peripheral controller that transmits claim 2 , to the client unit claim 2 , worn-readings from the worn-sensor.5. The system of claim 2 , wherein the sleep-data is generated from both the pressure readings and from the worn-readings.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the worn-readings are sensed based on information of the pressure readings.7. The system of claim 6 , wherein the information of the pressure readings is information about bed presence.8. The system of claim 6 , wherein the information of the pressure readings a value less ...

Vital-sign detection system and contorl method therefor

A vital-sign detection system is provided. The vital-sign detection system includes a vital-sign detection device and a controller. The vital-sign detection device is enabled to detect a vital-sign of a user. The controller determines whether the gets in the bed and controls the vital-sign detection device to switch to a disabled mode from a first enabled mode in response to the user getting in the bed. During a period when the vital-sign detection device is in the disabled mode, the controller determines whether the user falls asleep. In response to the user falling asleep, the controller controls the vital-sign detection device to switch to a second enabled mode from the disabled mode.

HOSPITAL BED CONTROL AND CHARTING

A patient support apparatus, such as a hospital bed, communicates with an electronic medical record (EMR) system in healthcare facility. The hospital bed includes a patient support structure to support a patient, a graphical user interface coupled to the patient support structure, and control circuitry coupled to the graphical user interface. The graphical user interface displays at least one input that may be used by a caregiver to chart data into an electronic medical record (EMR) of a patient supported by the patient support structure. 120.-. (canceled)21. A hospital bed comprisinga base frame,a set of casters coupled to the base frame,an upper frame assembly including a patient support deck having a plurality of movable deck sections including a head section, the movable deck sections being movable to change a position at which a patient is supported by the patient support deck,a plurality of motors operable to move at least some of the movable deck sections;a lift system operable to raise, lower, and tilt the upper frame assembly relative to the base frame;a set of barriers coupled to the upper frame assembly, at least some of the barriers being movable relative to the upper frame assembly between a raised position and a lowered position;control circuitry carried by at least one of the base frame and the upper frame assembly,a scale system coupled to the control circuitry and operable to weigh a patient supported by the patient support deck, the scale system also operable as a patient position monitoring system to monitor a patient's position on the patient support deck and to initiate an alarm if the patient is determined to be out of position,an angle sensor coupled to the control circuitry and operable to measure an angle at which the head section is raised relative to another portion of the upper frame assembly or relative to horizontal; anda graphical user interface (GUI) coupled to the control circuitry, the control circuitry configured to command the GUI ...

BED-BASED SAFETY PROTOCOL CONTROL

A patient bed is provided in a healthcare facility having a network including a real time locating system (RTLS) and an electronic medical records (EMR) computer. The patient bed includes bed control circuitry that is configured to receive at least one protocol messages from the EMR computer and, in response to the at least one protocol message, enables at least one bed safety protocol in which at least one bed condition is monitored by the bed control circuitry. The bed control circuitry generates an alert in response to the at least one bed condition being in an undesirable state and no caregiver being present in the patient room as determined by the RTLS and communicated to the bed circuitry. The bed control circuitry suspends monitoring the at least one bed condition in response to the RTLS indicating to the bed control circuitry that at least one caregiver is present in the patient room. 1. A patient bed for use in a healthcare facility having a network including a real time locating system (RTLS) and an electronic medical records (EMR) computer , the patient bed comprisinga frame,a graphical user interface (GUI) coupled to the frame, andbed control circuitry coupled to the frame and to the GUI, the bed control circuitry being configured to receive at least one protocol message from the EMR computer and, in response to the at least one protocol message, enable at least one bed safety protocol in which at least one bed condition is monitored by the bed control circuitry, wherein the bed control circuitry generates an alert in response to the at least one bed condition being in an undesirable state and no caregiver being present in the patient room as determined by the RTLS and communicated to the bed control circuitry, wherein the bed control circuitry suspends monitoring the at least one bed condition in response to the RTLS indicating to the bed control circuitry that at least one caregiver is present in the patient room.2. The patient bed of claim 1 , wherein ...

PERSON SUPPORT APPARATUS HAVING PHYSIOLOGICAL SENSOR

A person support apparatus includes a frame and a support surface cooperating with the frame to support a person. The person support apparatus also has a sensor coupled to one of the frame and the support surface. The sensor detects at least one characteristic associated with the person. A controller is coupled to the sensor. In response to at least one of a condition of the frame, a condition of the support surface, a position of the person, or a condition of the person, the controller operates to control the sensor by at least one of changing a gain of the sensor and changing a manner in which a signal from the sensor is filtered. In some instances, the controller turns the sensor off. 120.-. (canceled)21. A patient support apparatus comprisinga lower frame,an upper frame adjustable relative to the lower frame and comprising a support deck having a head deck section,a vital signs sensor coupled to the head deck section and configured to detect at least one of heart rate and respiration rate,at least one load sensor configured to detect a patient supported by the deck,a controller configured to control movements of the upper frame and the support deck, the controller being communicatively coupled to the vital signs sensor and the load sensor, anda network communication interface coupled to the controller and configured to communicate data from the patient support apparatus to a remote electronic system, the data including vital signs information based on at least one signal from the vital signs sensor and patient weight information based on at least one signal from the at least one load sensor.22. The patient support apparatus of claim 21 , further comprising a pressure sensor configured to detect the pressure of an inflatable bladder.23. The patient support apparatus of claim 21 , wherein the controller is operable to adjust a sensitivity of the vital signs sensor.24. The patient support apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the controller is operable to adjust the ...

SYSTEMS FOR AUTOMATIC ASSESSMENT OF FALL RISK

Systems and methods for the automatic assessment of a person's fall risk. The systems and methods utilize an objective standard and evaluation of a person's gait and stance, among other factors, to determine such person's current instantaneous likelihood of a fall, as well as such person's future fall risk. The systems and methods utilize machine observations and calculations to reduce or eliminate bias and the use of subjective assessment criteria. 1. A method of assessing the risk of a human being falling , comprising:providing a central sever system;providing a plurality of sensors communicatively coupled to said central server system, said plurality of sensors including a depth sensor;at least one sensor in said plurality of sensors detecting said human being attempting to exit a bed in which said human being is resting;receiving at said central server system from said plurality of sensors data about said human being gathered by said plurality of sensors, said received data including an indication of said detected attempt of said human being to exit said bed and a bed exit procedure of said human being;said central server system determining a fall risk for said human being based at least in part on said bed exit procedure.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said depth sensor is an infrared camera.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said received data also includes at least one of: a sit-to-stand time claim 1 , a gait claim 1 , a duration of bed occupancy claim 1 , whether said human being is undergoing intravenous therapy claim 1 , or whether said human being is using an assisting device.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:providing an electronic medical records database communicatively coupled to said central computer server;said central server system identifying in said electronic medical records database an electronic medical record for said human being, said identifying based at least in part on said received data; andin said determining step, said ...

NETWORK CONNECTIVITY UNIT FOR HOSPITAL BED

A hospital bed is programmable with new firmware that is downloaded to the bed over a network. The firmware is downloaded to the bed automatically from a remote computer device. The remote computer device receives a message from the hospital bed which includes data regarding the version number of the bed's current firmware, and if the version number indicates that the firmware is an outdated version, the remote computer device downloads a new version of the firmware to the bed. 120.-. (canceled)21. An interface unit for use in a healthcare facility having a computer located remotely from a patient room which has a patient bed therein , the interface unit being located in the patient room and spaced from the patient bed , the interface unit comprising:a first connector which is communicatively coupleable to the hospital bed,a second connector which is communicatively coupleable to the computer, andcircuitry comprising at least two device connectors for connection to external devices, the circuitry storing a unit identification (ID) that is associated with the patient room of the healthcare facility, the unit ID being transmitted by the circuitry through the second connector without transmitting the unit ID through the first and third connectors.22. The interface unit of claim 21 , wherein at least one device connector of the at least two device connectors comprises an Ethernet port for connection of the circuitry to an Ethernet of the healthcare facility.23. The interface unit of claim 22 , wherein the Ethernet port comprises an RJ-45 port.24. The interface unit of claim 22 , wherein the data from the hospital bed is received by the circuitry via the first connector according to a first communication protocol and the circuitry converts the data from the first protocol into an Ethernet protocol.25. The interface unit of claim 24 , wherein the data from the hospital bed is sent to the computer via the second connector according to the first protocol.26. The interface ...

BED DEVICE

A bed device includes: an operation section that receives an operation input; a controller that controls a movement of the bed in accordance with the operation input; a detector that detects a position of a patient on the bed; and, a limitation table that stores a limitation area set on the bed in association with a limitation content, wherein when the position of the patient detected by the detector is included in the limitation area, the limitation content is read out from the limitation table so as to control the controller in accordance with the limitation content. With this configuration, it is possible to provide a higher safety bed device which can not only notify the danger based on the bed movement but also limit the movement of the bed in accordance with the status of the patient or the bed device. 2. The bed device according to claim 1 , wherein the bed status is a status such that an angle of the bed is greater than a predetermined angle.3. The bed device according to claim 1 , wherein the bed status is a status such that a patient is staying in the bed.4. The bed device according to claim 1 , wherein the bed status is a status such that a patient is getting out of the bed.5. The bed device according to claim 1 , wherein the bed status is a status that a patient is staying within a predetermined area on the bed.6. The bed device according to claim 1 , wherein the bed function is a rolling function to change a position of a patient on the bed.7. The bed device according to claim 1 , wherein the limitation content is to perform a control of canceling implementation of the bed function.8. The bed device according to claim 1 , wherein the limitation content is to perform a control of temporarily suspending implementation of the bed function.9. The bed device according to claim 7 , further comprising a notifying portion for notifying an operator of an alert claim 7 ,wherein the limitation content is to notify the operator of the alert by means of the ...

ASSESSING PATIENT OUT-OF-BED AND OUT-OF-CHAIR ACTIVITIES USING EMBEDDED INFRARED THERMAL CAMERAS

A patient monitoring system. The patient monitoring system comprises a camera and a processing unit in communication with the camera. The processing unit is configured to determine a safe zone around the patient based at least in part on an analysis of one or more initial images received from the camera. The processing unit is further configured to determine whether the patient has exited the safe zone based at least in part on an analysis of one or more subsequent images received from the camera. The processing unit is also configured to trigger an alarm in response to determining that the patient has exited the safe zone. 1. A patient monitoring system , comprising:a camera; and{'claim-text': ['determine, based at least in part on an analysis of one or more initial images received from the camera, a safe zone around the patient,', 'determine, based at least in part on an analysis of one or more subsequent images received from the camera, whether the patient has exited the safe zone, and', 'trigger an alarm in response to determining that the patient has exited the safe zone.'], '#text': 'a processing unit in communication with the camera, wherein the processing unit is configured to:'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the processing unit is further configured to:calculate a shift metric based at least in part on patient movement detected in one or more of the subsequent images, andadjust the safe zone based at least in part on the shift metric.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein determining whether the patient has exited the safe zone comprises determining an N number of safe zone perimeter pixels touched by an image object representative of the patient and determining whether the image object touches greater than N number of pixel layers outside the safe zone.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the processing unit is further configured to:calculate a cloak metric based at least in part on a level of patient occlusion detected by the processing unit, anddetermine ...

PATIENT INCONTINENCE NOTIFICATION SYSTEM AND INCONTINENCE PADS

A notification system is provided that provides notification of patient events such as movement and/or incontinence. The notification system provides for a plurality of different pressure sensor pads as well as an incontinence pad to be used in association with a single monitor. 1. A patient movement notification system , comprising:a bed sensor pad comprising a pressure sensor for sensing pressure applied by a patient on a bed, and a transmitter circuit for transmitting first wireless signals;a chair sensor pad comprising a pressure sensor for sensing pressure applied by the patient when on a chair, and a transmitter circuit for transmitting second wireless signals; anda monitor having a receiver for receiving the first and second wireless signals, the monitor generating a notification of patient movement in response to one of the first and second wireless signals,wherein the first and second wireless signals include information from which the monitor may identify the type of sensor pad from which the first and second wireless signals are sent, andwherein the monitor determines from the first and second wireless signals whether one of the sensor pads sensed pressure and subsequently did not sense pressure and responds by generating notification of patient movement.2. The patient movement notification system of claim 1 , wherein the first and second wireless signals include an active code that identifies whether the sensor pad from which the first and second wireless signals are sent is active.3. The patient movement notification system of claim 2 , wherein only one of the bed sensor pad and the chair sensor pad is active at any time.4. The patient movement notification system of claim 1 , wherein the monitor is configured to respond to wireless signals from only one sensor pad of a particular type.5. The patient movement notification system of claim 4 , wherein the monitor is configured to respond to wireless signals from only one bed sensor pad and only one chair ...

Bed with User Tracking Features

A computer application interface is provided, and receives first input indicating that the user has completed a first task. It is determined that the user is assigned to a second task. A bed output event and a bed output device are selected. The bed output event includes instructions for a bed output device. The bed output device is physically coupled to a bed and capable of responding to instructions to generate some output. The selected bed output event and bed output device are selected to facilitate the second task. 1. A system comprising: one or more device processors;', 'device memory storing device instructions for the device processors;', 'input/output elements for i) receiving user input from a user of the user device; and ii) providing user output to the user;, 'a user device comprising one or more server processors; and', 'server memory storing server instructions for the server processors;, 'a server comprisinga network communicably coupling the user device and the server to allow data transfer; running, in response to user input, an application with an interface that renders, in the input/output elements, i) human-readable text; and ii) a graphical control associated with the human-readable text;', 'receiving a first user input to the input/output elements indicating an interaction with the graphical control;', 'transmitting a completion-message to the server responsive to receiving the first user input;, 'wherein the device instructions, when executed by the device processors, cause the user device to perform operations comprising identifying a pre-sleep task for the user, wherein the pre-sleep task is a task to be performed before a sleep sessions;', 'identifying a pre-sleep activity for the user, wherein the pre-sleep activity is an activity to be performed before the sleep session;', 'receiving the completion-message from the user device;', 'receiving an activity-message generated based on an automated sensing of a physical environment;', 'receiving ...

Predictive Double-Release Alarm Belt

Systems and methods for monitoring the location of a patient using a double-release alarm belt. The belt may include a plurality of straps configured to be releasably attached to one another and an alarm system that is triggered when at least one of the straps is disengaged from the other strap or straps. One strap may be disengaged from another strap by pulling the first strap in a first direction and another strap may be disengaged from the yet another strap by pulling in a second direction. By requiring multiple straps to be released from one another, the amount of time it takes to remove the belt can be increased, which provides medical personnel additional time to reach a patient. 1. A double-release alarm belt for use with a device holding a patient comprising:at least three straps releasably secured to one another around the device and the patient;a cord configured to detect movement of at least one of the straps; andan alarm system connected to the cord; first moving a first strap in a first direction; and', 'thereafter moving a second strap in a second direction;, 'wherein the at least three straps are disengaged bywherein the cord is configured to sound the alarm system when the first strap is moved in the first direction.2. The double-release alarm belt of wherein: a first elongated strap;', 'a shortened strap extending from the first elongated strap; and', 'a second elongated strap configured to be releasably attached to the first elongated strap and configured to be releasably attached to the shortened strap;, 'the at least three straps further comprisewherein the second elongated strap is disengaged from the first elongated strap by pulling the first elongated strap in the first direction;wherein the alarm system is triggered when the second elongated strap is disengaged from the first elongated strap; andwherein the second elongated strap is disengaged from the shortened strap by pulling the second elongated strap in the second direction opposite the ...

Systems And Techniques For Evaluating Performance Of Actuator Systems Of A Patient Support Apparatus

A patient support apparatus comprises a support structure comprising a base and a patient support surface to support a patient. An actuator system facilitates movement of the patient support surface relative to a floor surface. One or more sensors are responsive to changes in position of the patient support surface caused by the actuator system. A controller is operably coupled to the one or more sensors and the actuator system. The controller is configured to operate the actuator system to move the patient support surface and to monitor the movement of the patient support surface by sensing positions of the patient support surface over time. The controller is further configured to identify a frictional load event on the actuator system during movement in a present cycle and associate the frictional load event with a sensed position of the patient support surface in the present cycle.

COGNITIVE FUNCTION EVALUATION SYSTEM

An estimation system includes: a first sensor that detects a first amount of activity that is an amount of activity of a subject in a room; a second sensor that detects a second amount of activity that is an amount of activity of the subject on a bed in the room; and an estimation device that estimates at least one of a position and an action of the subject in association with a position in the room based on the first amount of activity detected by the first sensor and the second amount of activity detected by the second sensor, and outputs an estimation result obtained from the estimation. The first sensor and the second sensor are sensors other than two-dimensional image sensors. 1. A cognitive function evaluation system , comprising:a first sensor that detects a first amount of activity that is an amount of activity of a subject in a room;a second sensor that detects a second amount of activity that is an amount of activity of the subject on a bed in the room; andan estimation device that estimates at least one of a position and an action of the subject in association with a position in the room based on the first amount of activity detected by the first sensor and the second amount of activity detected by the second sensor, and outputs an estimation result obtained from the estimation,wherein the first sensor and the second sensor are sensors other than two-dimensional image sensors, an estimation result acquirer that acquires the estimation result obtained from the estimation performed by the estimation device;', 'a calculator that calculates a stay time at a position where the subject is present and an action time of the subject based on the estimation result acquired by the estimation result acquirer, and calculates a feature value based on the stay time and the action time that were calculated;', 'an evaluator that evaluates a cognitive function of the subject based on the feature value calculated by the calculator; and', 'an evaluation result outputter that ...

BED DEVICE

A bed device includes: an operation section that receives an operation input; a controller that controls a movement of the bed in accordance with the operation input; a detector that detects a position of a patient on the bed; and, a limitation table that stores a limitation area set on the bed in association with a limitation content, wherein when the position of the patient detected by the detector is included in the limitation area, the limitation content is read out from the limitation table so as to control the controller in accordance with the limitation content. With this configuration, it is possible to provide a higher safety bed device which can not only notify the danger based on the bed movement but also limit the movement of the bed in accordance with the status of the patient or the bed device. 1. A bed device comprising:a controller that controls a movement of the bed in accordance with an operation input; anda detector that detects a position of a patient on the bed; and, whereinwhen the operation input is entered into the bed device,if the position of the patient detected by the detector is included in a limitation area and,if the operation input relates to a bed operation content associated with the limitation area, thenthe controller notifies an operator of an alert in accordance with notifying information associated with the limitation area and the bed operation content.2. The bed device according to claim 1 , further comprising a display unit for notifying the operator of the alert claim 1 ,wherein the alert is displayed on the display unit.3. The bed device according to claim 1 , further comprising a sound output unit for notifying the operator of the alert claim 1 ,wherein the alert is output from on the sound output unit.4. A bed device comprising:a controller that controls a movement of the bed in accordance with an operation input,whereinwhen the operation input is entered into the bed device,if a bed mode causing the controller to control ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETERMINING A REGION OF INTEREST IN MEDICAL IMAGING

A method for determining an ROI in medical imaging may include receiving first position information related to a body contour of a subject with respect to a support from a flexible device configured with a plurality of position sensors. The flexible device may be configured to conform to the body contour of the subject, and the support may be configured to support the subject. The method may also include generating a 3D model of the subject based on the first position information. The method may further include determining an ROI of the subject based on the 3D model of the subject. 1. A system for generating a 3-dimensional (3D) model of a subject , comprising:a storage device storing a set of instructions; and receive, from a flexible device configured with a plurality of position sensors, first position information related to a body contour of a subject with respect to a support, the flexible device being configured to conform to the body contour of the subject, the support being configured to support the subject, the subject being placed between the support and the flexible device, wherein at least a portion of the plurality of position sensors are configured to transmit a signal passing through the subject toward the support or receive a signal passing through the subject from the support; and', 'generate, based on the first position information, the 3D model of the subject., 'at least one processor in communication with the storage device, wherein when executing the set of instructions, the at least one processor is configured to cause the system to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein:the flexible device includes a plurality of units arranged in an array, each of the plurality of units including one or more position sensors of the plurality of position sensors, andeach pair of adjacent units of the plurality of units are connected to each other via a flexible connector.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein a unit of the plurality of units includes a first layer ...

PATIENT SUPPORT APPARATUSES WITH RECONFIGURABLE COMMUNICATION

A patient support apparatus includes a frame, support surface, cable interface, switches, a location detector, and a controller. The switches are electrically coupled to the interface and the controller selects a configuration for the plurality of switches based on a current location of the patient support apparatus within a healthcare facility. Alternatively or additionally, a user interface may display a plurality of identifiers that each identifies a predefined configuration for the switches wherein the controller configures the switches according to an identifier selected by the user. A transceiver on board the patient support apparatus may communicate with different fixed transmitters and the controller may implement different switch configurations based on messages from the different fixed transmitters. 1. A wireless headwall unit adapted to be mounted to a headwall of a room and to process communication between a patient support apparatus and a nurse call system , the wireless headwall unit comprising:a cable including a multi-pin connector adapted to be plugged into a wall outlet of the nurse call system;an interface electrically coupled to the cable, the interface including a plurality of electrical leads, each lead of the plurality of electrical leads being electrically coupled to a particular pin of the multi-pin connector;a plurality of switches, each of the plurality of switches electrically coupled to a corresponding pair of the plurality of electrical leads;a first receiver adapted to receive wireless signals from the patient support apparatus;a second receiver adapted to wirelessly receive mapping data from an off-board source indicating how the wireless signals received from the patient support apparatus are to be mapped to the plurality of electrical leads;configuration circuitry adapted to map the wireless signals received from the patient support apparatus to the plurality of electrical leads in accordance with the mapping data; anda controller ...

SYSTEMS FOR PATIENT TURN DETECTION AND CONFIRMATION

A system for detecting patient turns includes a person support apparatus including a person support surface and a support frame, a plurality of load cells for generating load cell data, a sensor for sensing at least one of heart rate data and respiration rate data for an individual, and a computing device coupled to the plurality of load cells and the sensor. The computing device receives the load cell data and the at least one of heart rate data and respiration rate data for the individual, detects that a patient turn has occurred on the person support surface based on the load cell data and the at least one of heart rate data and respiration rate data for the individual, and causes an indication that the patient turn occurred to be logged in an electronic medical record corresponding to the individual. 1. A system comprising:a person support apparatus comprising a person support surface and a support frame;a plurality of load cells for generating load cell data, at least one of the plurality of load cells being positioned at or proximate to each corner of the support frame;a sensor for sensing at least one of heart rate data and respiration rate data for an individual, the sensor disposed between the person support surface and the support frame; anda computing device coupled to the plurality of load cells and the sensor for receiving the load cell data and the at least one of heart rate data and respiration rate data for the individual, the computing device comprising a processor and memory storing computer readable and executable instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the computing device to detect that a patient turn has occurred on the person support surface based on the load cell data and the at least one of heart rate data and respiration rate data for the individual, and cause an indication that the patient turn occurred to be logged in an electronic medical record corresponding to the individual.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEASURING INFANT WEIGHT

An infant sleep device may include a platform for supporting an infant, a base upon which the platform is supported, and one or more weight sensors positioned to measure weight of an infant positioned on the platform. 1. An infant sleep device , the sleep device comprising:a platform for supporting an infant;a base upon which the platform is supported, wherein the platform is configured to move above and relative to the base; andone or more weight sensors positioned to measure weight of an infant positioned on the platform.2. The sleep device of claim 1 , wherein the one or more weight sensors are positioned between the platform and the base.3. The sleep device of claim 2 , wherein the one or more weight sensors comprise one or more load cells.4. The sleep device of claim 2 , wherein the one or more weight sensors comprise at least one of a strain gauge claim 2 , piezo sensor claim 2 , resistive potentiometer claim 2 , accelerometer claim 2 , or gyro.5. The sleep device of claim 1 , further comprising a platform mount that mounts between the base and the platform and is configured to move above and relative to the base with the platform claim 1 , wherein the platform couples to the platform mount claim 1 , wherein the one or more weight sensors are positioned between the platform mount and the platform.6. The sleep device of claim 5 , wherein the one or more weight sensors comprise or more of a load cell claim 5 , strain gauge claim 5 , gyro claim 5 , or accelerometer.7. The sleep device of claim 5 , further comprising one or more bearings positioned between the platform mount and the base claim 5 , wherein the platform mount mounts onto the bearing and is movable over and relative to the base thereon claim 5 , and wherein the sleep device further comprises a drive system operable to drive the movement of the platform mount and coupled platform over and relative to base on the one or more bearings.8. The sleep device of claim 1 , further comprising a controller ...

MONITORING TARGET PERSON MONITORING DEVICE, METHOD, AND SYSTEM

Monitoring target person monitoring device, method, and system according to the present invention sense a predetermined event regarding a monitoring target person to notify the event; acquire an image including at least a video; determine, based on the acquired image, whether or not multiple persons are on the image; and start, in a case where it is determined that the multiple persons are on the image, storing the acquired video to store the video in a video storage. 17.-. (canceled)8. A monitoring target person monitoring device for sensing a predetermined event regarding a monitoring target person as a monitoring target to notify the event , the device comprising:an image acquisitor that acquires an image including at least a video;a video storage that stores the video acquired by the image acquisitor;a multiple-person determiner that determines, based on the image acquired by the image acquisitor, whether or not multiple persons are on the image; anda video storage processor that starts, in a case where the multiple-person determiner determines that the multiple persons are on the image, storing the video acquired by the image acquisitor to store the video in the video storage.9. The monitoring target person monitoring device according to claim 8 , whereinthe video storage processor starts storing the video acquired by the image acquisitor to store the video in the video storage in a case where the event is notified before the multiple-person determiner determines that the multiple persons are on the image.10. The monitoring target person monitoring device according to claim 8 , further comprising:a sound inputter to which sound is input,wherein the video storage processor starts storing the video acquired by the image acquisitor to store the video in the video storage in a case where sound input by the sound inputter is equal to or greater than a predetermined first threshold before or after the multiple-person determiner determines that the multiple persons ...

Patient movement and incontinence notification system

A notification system is provided that provides notification of patient events such as movement and/or incontinence. The notification system provides for a plurality of different pressure sensor pads as well as an incontinence pad to be used in association with a single monitor.

PATIENT MOVEMENT AND INCONTINENCE NOTIFICATION SYSTEM

A notification system is provided that provides notification of patient events such as movement and/or incontinence. The notification system provides for a plurality of different pressure sensor pads as well as an incontinence pad to be used in association with a single monitor. 1. A patient movement notification system , comprising:a first sensor pad comprising a pressure sensor for sensing pressure applied by a patient, and a transmitter circuit for transmitting first wireless signals;a second sensor pad comprising a pressure sensor for sensing pressure applied by a patient, and a transmitter circuit for transmitting second wireless signals; anda monitor having a receiver for receiving the first and second wireless signals, the monitor generating a notification of patient movement in response to one of the first and second wireless signals,wherein the monitor comprises an input for allowing a user to cause the monitor to terminate responsiveness to all sensor pads from which it receives wireless signals.2. The patient movement notification system of further comprising a third sensor pad comprising an incontinence sensor for sensing moisture due to incontinence claim 1 , and a transmitter associated with the third sensor pad for transmitting third wireless signals in response to the incontinence sensor claim 1 ,wherein the receiver receives the third wireless signals and the monitor generates a notification of incontinence in response to the third wireless signals.3. The patient movement notification system of claim 1 , wherein the monitor comprises a plurality of inputs and a controller coupled to the plurality of inputs claim 1 , the controller is configured to reset to a factory preset condition in response to simultaneous activation of at least one of the plurality of inputs by the patient caregiver.4. The patient movement notification system of claim 3 , wherein the monitor has a module ID code and the sensor pad is paired with the monitor so that the ...

PATIENT MOVEMENT AND INCONTINENCE NOTIFICATION SYSTEM

A notification system is provided that provides notification of patient events such as movement and/or incontinence. The notification system provides for a plurality of different pressure sensor pads as well as an incontinence pad to be used in association with a single monitor. 1. A patient movement notification system , comprising:a sensor pad comprising a pressure sensor for sensing pressure applied by a patient, and a transmitter circuit for transmitting a pressure signal; anda monitor having a receiver for receiving the pressure signal from the sensor pad, the monitor generating a notification of patient movement in response to the pressure signal if the pressure signal indicates that the patient is no longer applying pressure to the sensor pad,wherein the monitor comprises a hold input for allowing a patient caregiver to prevent generation of a notification of patient movement in response to the pressure signal from the sensor pad for a first predetermined time period after the hold input has been activated by the patient caregiver to allow the patient caregiver to temporarily remove the patient from the sensor pad.2. The patient movement notification system of claim 1 , and further comprising:an incontinence sensor for sensing moisture due to incontinence;a transmitter associated with the incontinence sensor for transmitting a moisture detection signal in response to the incontinence sensor,wherein the receiver further receives the moisture detection signal, the monitor generates a notification of incontinence in response to receipt of the moisture detection signal,wherein, when the hold input is activated for a predetermined duration, the monitor responds by preventing generation of a notification of incontinence for a second predetermined time period after the hold input has been activated by the patient caregiver wherein the second predetermined time period is longer than the first predetermined time period to allow the patient caregiver an extended period ...

PATIENT INCONTINENCE NOTIFICATION SYSTEM AND INCONTINENCE PADS

A notification system is provided that provides notification of patient events such as movement and/or incontinence. The notification system provides for a plurality of different pressure sensor pads as well as an incontinence pad to be used in association with a single monitor. 1. An incontinence sensing system comprising:an incontinence sensor pad comprising first and second electrically conductive tracings on a surface thereof that extend to a terminal portion of the surface; and electrical contacts for creating an electrical connection to the first and second electrically conductive tracings, and', 'a circuit coupled to the electrical contacts for sensing moisture across the first and second electrically conductive tracings and for generating an incontinence alarm signal when moisture is sensed., 'an incontinence electronic module releasably attached to the terminal portion of the surface of the incontinence sensor pad, the incontinence electronic module comprising2. The incontinence sensing system of claim 1 , wherein the incontinence electronic module includes a clip for clipping onto the terminal portion of the surface of the incontinence sensor pad.3. The incontinence sensing system of claim 2 , wherein the clip includes a pivoting portion that opens into an unclipped position and closes into a clipped position claim 2 , the incontinence electronic module further includes a lock for locking the pivoting portion in the clipped position to prevent release of the terminal portion of the surface of the incontinence sensor pad.4. The incontinence sensing system of claim 2 , wherein a portion of the clip is substantially transparent to allow a user to view the alignment of the electrical contacts with the first and second electrically conductive tracings.5. The incontinence sensing system of claim 1 , wherein the circuit of the incontinence electronic module comprises a transmitter for wirelessly transmitting the incontinence alarm signal.6. The incontinence ...

PATIENT MOVEMENT AND INCONTINENCE NOTIFICATION SYSTEM

A notification system is provided that provides notification of patient events such as movement and/or incontinence. The notification system provides for a plurality of different pressure sensor pads as well as an incontinence pad to be used in association with a single monitor. 1. A patient movement notification system , comprising:a sensor pad comprising a pressure sensor for sensing pressure applied by a patient, and a transmitter circuit for transmitting a pressure signal;a monitor having a monitor transceiver for receiving the pressure signal from the sensor pad, the monitor generating a notification of patient movement in response to the pressure signal if the pressure signal indicates that the patient is no longer applying pressure to the sensor pad; anda nurse call relay device having a nurse call transceiver for providing two-way communication with the monitor transceiver,wherein the monitor transceiver transmits notification signals to the nurse call transceiver, and the nurse call transceiver transmits periodic status signals to the monitor transceiver.2. The patient movement notification system of claim 1 , wherein the nurse call relay device is configured for communication with a nurse call system.3. The patient movement notification system of claim 2 , wherein the nurse call relay device communicates with a mobile communication device of a caretaker through the nurse call system.4. The patient movement notification system of claim 2 , wherein the nurse call relay device further includes a plug for plugging into a receptacle of the nurse call system.5. The patient movement notification system of claim 2 , wherein the nurse call relay device further includes a receptacle for receiving a plug of a nurse call button.6. The patient movement notification system of claim 2 , wherein the nurse call relay device periodically transmits a status signal to the monitor.7. The patient movement notification system of claim 6 , wherein the nurse call relay device ...

Person support apparatus with adjustable exit detection zones

A person support apparatus, such as a bed, cot, stretcher, or the like, for a supporting an occupant includes an exit detection system that has, in some embodiments, multiple user-selectable zones. An alert is triggered when the occupant crosses a boundary of the selected zone. A first zone has a boundary that is adjusted based on a condition of the person support apparatus, such as the width of the support deck or other characteristic. A second zone has a boundary that is not adjusted based on the condition of the person support apparatus, but which may have a boundary that is dependent on an initial location of the occupant when the exit detection system is armed. The initial location of the occupant may correspond to a center of gravity of the occupant.

HOSPITAL BED HAVING ROUNDING CHECKLIST

A patient support apparatus, such as a hospital bed, communicates with an electronic medical record (EMR) system in healthcare facility. The hospital bed includes a patient support structure to support a patient, a graphical user interface coupled to the patient support structure, and control circuitry coupled to the graphical user interface. The graphical user interface displays at least one input that may be used by a caregiver to chart data into an electronic medical record (EMR) of a patient supported by the patient support structure. 110.-. (canceled)11. A hospital bed comprisinga base frame,a set of casters coupled to the base frame,an upper frame assembly including a patient support deck having a plurality of movable deck sections including a head section, the movable deck sections being movable to change a position at which a patient is supported by the patient support deck,a plurality of motors operable to move at least some of the movable deck sections,a lift system operable to raise, lower, and tilt the upper frame assembly relative to the base frame,a set of barriers coupled to the upper frame assembly, at least some of the barriers being movable relative to the upper frame assembly between a raised position and a lowered position,control circuitry carried by at least one of the base frame and the upper frame assembly,a scale system coupled to the control circuitry and operable to weigh a patient supported by the patient support deck, the scale system also operable as a bed exit monitoring system to monitor whether a patient has exited the hospital bed and to initiate an alarm if the patient has exited the hospital bed,an angle sensor coupled to the control circuitry and operable to measure an angle at which the head section is raised relative to another portion of the upper frame assembly or relative to horizontal, anda graphical user interface (GUI) coupled to the control circuitry, the control circuitry configured to command the GUI to display a ...

INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND PROGRAM

The present invention provides an information processing device that, when the height of a reference plane of a bed is being set on a screen using a setting unit, clearly indicates, on a captured image, a region that is located at the height of the reference plane, based on depth information that is included in the captured image. It thereby becomes possible to readily set the reference plane of the bed, which serves as a reference for behavior of a person being watched over. Thereafter, the information processing device detects the behavior of the person being watched over, by determining whether the positional relationship between the reference plane of the bed and the person being watched over satisfies a predetermined condition. 1. An information processing device comprising:an image acquisition unit configured to acquire a captured image captured by an image capturing device that is installed in order to watch for behavior, in a bed, of a person being watched over, the captured image including depth information indicating a depth for each pixel within the captured image;a setting unit configured to accept designation of a height of a reference plane of the bed, and set the designated height as the height of the reference plane of the bed;a display control unit configured to cause, during accepting designation of the height of the reference plane of the bed, a display device to display the acquired captured image, so as to clearly indicate, on the captured image, a region capturing a target located at the height designated as the height of the reference plane of the bed, based on the depth for each pixel within the captured image that is indicated by the depth information; anda behavior detection unit configured to detect behavior, related to the bed, of the person being watched over, by determining whether a positional relationship between the reference plane of the bed and the person being watched over in a height direction of the bed within real space ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MONITORING PATIENTS IN HOSPITAL BEDS

The present invention discloses a system of monitoring patients in hospital beds, the system comprising: at least one image capture element () disposed in a hospital bed () and configured to generate an image parameter () of a patient () disposed in the hospital bed (). The system further comprises at least one processor, configured to generate a temperature map () of the patient () from the image parameter (). Also disclosed is a method () of monitoring patients in hospital beds. 11. System () of monitoring patients in hospital beds , the system comprising:{'b': 2', '10', '11', '12', '10, 'at least one image capture element () disposed in a hospital bed () and configured to generate an image parameter () of a patient () disposed in the hospital bed (),'}{'b': 1', '13', '12', '11, 'system () further comprises at least one processor, configured to generate a temperature map () of the patient () from the image parameter ().'}2111411121512. System according to claim 1 , wherein the processor is configured to generate claim 1 , from the image parameter () claim 1 , a contour () of the image parameter () of the patient () and a segmented model () of the patient ().3151220222426122022242615. System according to claim 2 , wherein from the segmented model () of the patient () claim 2 , the processor is configured to indicate at least one region ( claim 2 , claim 2 , claim 2 , ) of a body of the patient () claim 2 , each region ( claim 2 , claim 2 , claim 2 , ) comprising at least one segment (A claim 2 , B claim 2 , C claim 2 , D claim 2 , E claim 2 , F claim 2 , G claim 2 , H claim 2 , I claim 2 , J claim 2 , K claim 2 , L claim 2 , M and N) of the segmented model ().415151615. System according to claim 3 , wherein the processor is configured to generate the segmented model () at subsequent time instants such that each segmented model () generated by the processor is further configured to generate at least one temperature parameter () of at least one of the plurality of ...

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR IDENTIFYING THE CROSSING OF A VIRTUAL BARRIER

Systems, methods and media are disclosed for identifying the crossing of a virtual barrier. A person in a 3D image of a room may be circumscribed by a bounding box. The position of the bounding box may be monitored over time, relative to the virtual barrier. If the bounding box touches or crosses the virtual barrier, an alert may be sent to the person being monitored, a caregiver or a clinician. 1. A computerized method of identifying the crossing of a virtual barrier , the method being performed by a computerized monitoring system and comprising:receiving image data for a room from one or more 3D motion sensors;configuring a virtual barrier within the room;classifying an object within the room as a person;creating a bounding box to circumscribe at least a portion of the person according to a predetermined confidence level that is based on a risk tolerance level, wherein the predetermined confidence level indicates a threshold confidence in classifying the object within the room as a person to create the bounding box; andmonitoring a position of the bounding box over time and relative to the virtual barrier.2. The computerized method of claim 1 , wherein the risk tolerance level is based on the person being monitored.3. The computerized method of claim 1 , wherein the risk tolerance level is based on an activity being monitored.4. The computerized method of claim 3 , wherein the activity being monitored is a fall risk.5. The computerized method of claim 3 , wherein the activity being monitored is leaving a bed unassisted.6. The computerized method of claim 1 , wherein the risk tolerance level is based on the person being monitored and an activity being monitored.7. The computerized method of claim 1 , wherein a high risk tolerance level is associated with a high predetermined confidence level.8. The computerized method of claim 1 , wherein the bounding box is configured to circumscribe an entire body of the person.9. A system for identifying the crossing of a ...

ADHERENCE-INDEPENDENT HOME HEALTH MONITOR SYSTEM

A health monitor system is provided. The health monitor system is a non-contact, adherence-independent home health monitoring system that longitudinally quantifies dynamic forces across diverse amplitudes and time scales to measure weight, respirations, and ballistocardiograms each night, as people sleep in the comfort of their home beds. Weights and respiratory signals are demixed even when users share the bed with a partner or pet. The incorporated technology is scalably manufacturable and thus inexpensive compared to implantable medical devices intended for the same purpose. 1. A system , comprising:a plurality of sensors, each of the plurality of sensors configured to engage with an article on which a first user is positioned, and each of the plurality of sensors configured to measure force;a communication module in communication with each of the plurality of sensors, wherein the communication module receives force data transmitted from each of the plurality of sensors; and{'claim-text': ['at least one data processor; and', {'claim-text': ['receive, from the communication module, the force data;', 'transform, in response to a change in the force data indicative of a change in a load on the article and based on a determination of a plurality of physiological sources on the article, the force data from each of the plurality of sensors into a corresponding plurality of physiological signals; and', 'determine, based on the plurality of physiological signals, a source physiological signal for each of the plurality of physiological sources;', {'claim-text': ['separating into components each of the plurality of physiological signals, wherein the components correspond to each of the plurality of physiological sources at each of the plurality of sensors; and', 'compositing the separated components for each of the plurality of physiological sources, wherein the compositing forms the source physiological signal for each of the plurality of physiological sources.'], '#text ...

BED EXIT MONITORING

A bed exit detection device () according to an embodiment of the present invention is mounted to a privacy rail () provided in the vicinity of a bed () to be monitored. The device () comprises a thermographic sensor () and a range sensor (). The thermographic sensor comprises an array of sensing elements operable to generate an output value matrix from the output signals of each individual sensing element. The device () is also provided with a processing unit () operable to process the output value matrix of the thermographic sensor () and the distance output by the range sensor () so as to determine the position of a bed occupant and thereby () determine the likelihood of a bed exit event. 1. A bed exit detection device comprising: a thermographic sensor comprising an array of sensing elements , each operable to output signals corresponding to the temperature of a corresponding segment within the field of view of the thermographic sensor and to generate an output value matrix from the output signals of each individual sensing element; a range sensor operable to determine and output the distance between the range sensor and an object; and a processing unit operable to process the output value matrix of the thermographic sensor and the distance output by the range sensor so as to determine the position of a bed occupant and thereby determine the likelihood of a bed exit event.2. A bed exit detection device as claimed in wherein the range sensor is operable to determine the distance between the range sensor and any object within a predetermined maximum distance of the range sensor claim 1 , the predetermined maximum distance being less than the length of the bed.3. A bed exit detection device as claimed in wherein the device is provided with a communication unit operable to transmit data to or receive data from one or more external devices claim 1 , said data including status signals and/or an alarm signal when a bed exit attempt is detected.4. A bed exit detection ...

MONITORING SLEEP STAGES TO DETERMINE OPTIMAL AROUSAL TIMES AND TO ALERT AN INDIVIDUAL TO NEGATIVE STATES OF WAKEFULNESS

A system and method for monitoring sleep stages to determine optimal arousal times and to alert an individual to negative states of wakefulness. In an embodiment, a device receives pressure data from at least one pressure sensor, where the pressure sensor is associated with furniture used for an individual to sleep. The device uses the pressure data to determine a sleep stage for the individual. The sleep stage is used to determine whether it is an optimal arousal time for the individual. The device sends an indication to not wake the individual if it is not the optimal arousal time for the individual. Other embodiments are described and claimed. 1. A device comprising:a communication port configured to receive pressure data from at least one pressure sensor, wherein the at least one pressure sensor is associated with an object; and set an adjustable trigger point of the at least one pressure sensor based on one or more of a size or weight of the object, weight of an individual associated with the object, and a location of the pressure sensor, and', 'determine a sleep stage for the individual based on the pressure data., 'a physical processor in communication with a memory for storing program instructions, wherein the program instructions when executed by the physical processor cause the physical processor to2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the program instructions causing the physical processor to determine the sleep stage for the individual further cause the physical processor to:extract actigraphy data from the pressure data;filter the actigraphy data to obtain respiration rates; anddetermine sleep stage for the individual based on the respiration rates.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the program instructions further cause the physical processor to determine whether the sleep stage is an optimal arousal time for the individual.4. The device of claim 3 , further comprising:an alert indicator configured output an indication to not wake the individual if it is ...

PATIENT SUPPORT APPARATUS HAVING VITAL SIGNS MONITORING AND ALERTING

A patient support apparatus includes a sensor capable of detecting vital signs, setting acceptable limits for the vital signs, and includes structures for monitoring the vital signs and providing local and/or remote indications to caregivers if the vital signs fall outside of acceptable limits. 1. A detection and notification system for a patient support apparatus comprisinga sensor detecting a vital sign of a patient;a controller operable to receive a signal from the sensor indicative of the vital sign of the patient, the controller operable to compare the vital sign to pre-established limits to determine whether the vital sign is within an acceptable range; anda notification system operable to respond to commands from the controller to provide an indication as to whether the vital sign is within the acceptable range or that alarm condition exists, the indication discernible by a user spaced apart from the patient support apparatus that the detection notification system is associated.2. The detection and notification system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor simultaneously detects a first vital sign and a second vital sign.3. The detection and notification system of claim 1 , wherein the detection notification system includes a plurality of sensors simultaneously detecting a vital sign of the patient.4. The detection and notification system of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of sensors each detects both a first vital sign and a second vital sign.5. The detection and notification system of claim 4 , wherein the controller is operable to receive a signal from the patient support apparatus indicative of the position of a patient supported on the patient support apparatus claim 4 , the controller operable to utilize the position of the patient to determine whether to disregard the vital sign information from one of the plurality of sensors.6. The detection and notification system of claim 5 , wherein the controller is operable to prompt a user to suspend the operation of ...

REMOTE MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ELDERLY AND PATIENT IN-HOME AND SENIOR LIVING FACILITIES CARE

The present application relates generally to a monitoring system to assist with aging-in-place for elderly individuals and patients with chronic diseases either living at home, senior living or assisted living facilities. In one aspect, integrating the use machine learning and signals from an interoperable system of electricity usage, water usage, ballistocardiography (BGC), and ultra-wideband radar, WiFi based computer visioning, infrared. The system and methods may be used to identify and track common daily human activities, instrumental daily living activities, the patient or elderly personal physical status in the home or at senior and assisted living facilities. Anomalies to patterns can be determined by identifying disruptions in previously established patterns. 1. A system for labeling daily living activities for a patient comprising:at least one processor;and at least one memory including computer program code;the at least one memory and the computer program code configured to, with the at least one processor; cause the system at least to:receive at least one measurement from at least one sensor;determine an activity of the patient based on the received at least one measurement; andlabeling an activity of the patient or elderly based on the determined behavior.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the predicted activity includes at least one of the activities of daily living:Ambulating;Eating;Bathing;Dressing;Toileting;Transferring;Continence;Activities outside home;Cooking;Presence in kitchen;Household Chores;Taking medications;Social Communications;Banking;Sleeping;Lying in bed.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the determined activity includes one or more of:respiratory rate;heart rate;toilet flushes;paroxysmal torso motion stemming from coughing;use of a medical device;night-time walking;sleep angle;sleep stages;gait speed;bed/chair-to-standing time;stair ascent/descent time;amount/speed of locomotion;cooking;eating;bathing/showering;personal hygiene; ...

POSTURE ESTIMATION DEVICE, POSTURE ESTIMATION SYSTEM, POSTURE ESTIMATION METHOD, POSTURE ESTIMATION PROGRAM, AND COMPUTER-READABLE RECORDING MEDIUM ON WHICH POSTURE ESTIMATION PROGRAM IS RECORDED

An image acquisition part acquires image data from an image sensor provided in a room. A storage stores information indicating a transition model of a human body posture and test information indicating a test area of the image data in each posture of the transition model. A posture estimator calculates a statistic in the test area of the image data by referring to the information indicating the transition model and the test information, and estimates a current human body posture from a human body posture before one point of time based on the statistic. 1. A posture estimation device comprising:an acquisition part configured to acquire image data from an image sensor provided in a room;a storage configured to store information indicating a transition model of a human body posture and test information indicating a test area of the image data in each posture of the transition model; andan estimator configured to calculate a statistic in the test area of the image data by referring to the information indicating the transition model and the test information, and to estimate a current human body posture from the human body posture before one point of time based on the statistic.2. The posture estimation device according to claim 1 , wherein the estimator comprises:a candidate specifying part configured to specify a candidate of a posture that can be changed from the human body posture before one point of time by referring to the information indicating the transition model;a test area specifying part configured to specify the test area of the image data by referring to the test information with respect to the specified candidate of the posture;a statistic calculator configured to calculate the statistic in the specified test area of the image data; anda determinator configured to determine whether the specified candidate of the posture is estimated as a current posture based on the calculated statistic.3. The posture estimation device according to claim 2 , wherein the ...

PATIENT SUPPORT APPARATUSES WITH RECONFIGURABLE COMMUNICATION

A patient support apparatus includes a frame, support surface, cable interface, switches, a location detector, and a controller. The switches are electrically coupled to the interface and the controller selects a configuration for the plurality of switches based on a current location of the patient support apparatus within a healthcare facility. Alternatively or additionally, a user interface may display a plurality of identifiers that each identifies a predefined configuration for the switches wherein the controller configures the switches according to an identifier selected by the user. A transceiver on board the patient support apparatus may communicate with different fixed transmitters and the controller may implement different switch configurations based on messages from the different fixed transmitters. 1. A wireless headwall unit adapted to be mounted to a headwall of a room and to process communication between a patient support apparatus and a nurse call system , the wireless headwall unit comprising:a receiver adapted to receive wireless signals from a patient support apparatus;a cable including a multi-pin connector adapted to be plugged into a wall outlet of the nurse call system;an interface electrically coupled to the cable, the interface including a plurality of electrical leads, each lead of the plurality of electrical leads being electrically coupled to a particular pin of the multi-pin connector;a plurality of switches, each of the plurality of switches electrically coupled to a corresponding pair of the plurality of electrical leads;a memory containing mapping data indicating how the wireless signals received from the patient support apparatus are to be mapped to the plurality of electrical leads;configuration circuitry adapted to map the wireless signals received from the patient support apparatus to the plurality of electrical leads in accordance with the mapping data; anda controller adapted to read the mapping data from the memory and use the ...

Person support apparatus with position monitoring

A person support apparatus includes one or more thermal image sensors whose outputs are analyzed to perform one or more functions. Such functions include automatically turning on a brake, automatically turning on one or more lights, detecting when a patient associated with the person support apparatus has fallen, enabling a propulsion system of the patient support apparatus to be used, automatically controlling one or more environmental controls, and/or automatically arming an exit detection system after entry of a patient onto the person support apparatus. Multiple thermal images may be generated from multiple sensors to generate stereoscopic thermal images of portions of the person support apparatus and its surroundings.

Device for supporting a user's body

A device for at least a portion of a patient's body is provided. The device comprises a plurality of bladders capable of containing a fluid and a plurality of support elements adjacent to and supporting the plurality of bladders. At least one support element is positioned adjacent to and supports each of the plurality of bladders. Bladders form a rolling diaphragm portion with the support elements such that when a force is applied to a bladder, the rolling diaphragm portion rolls along the associated support element.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MONITORING A SUBJECT AT REST

Disclosed herein are methods and devices for monitoring a subject at rest. One such device comprises a sensing unit having a fluid-filled bladder configured to be placed under a substrate on which the subject lays and a sensor in fluid communication with the bladder. The sensor is configured to sense pressure variations within the bladder generated by a heart beat, respiration and body weight of the subject and to generate signals indicative of the pressure variations. A processor is configured to receive the signals and to determine and generate output indicative of the subject's heart beat and respiration and presence on the substrate. An external device is configured to display one or more of the output. 1. (canceled)2. A sensor apparatus comprising:an air bladder configured to be positioned under a mattress, wherein the air bladder has a bladder top and a bladder bottom that combine to define an air chamber of the air bladder, wherein the air chamber of the air bladder has a substantially rectangular outer perimeter portion when viewed from above or below the air bladder, wherein the outer perimeter portion has first, second, third, and fourth edges, wherein the air bladder defines a bladder inlet to the air chamber that is positioned along the first edge of the outer perimeter of the air chamber of the air bladder, wherein the bladder top is connected to the bladder bottom so as to define a plurality of channels that extend longitudinally in a direction that is parallel to the second and fourth edges and that is perpendicular to the first and third edges, wherein the air bladder is configured to allow air flow between the bladder inlet and the channels, wherein the air bladder is sized smaller than a surface area of a mattress and is sized large enough to sense a user's heart and lungs when positioned under a mattress, wherein the air bladder is made of an inflatable and substantially air-tight plastic material;a housing made of a rigid plastic material;an ...

Wireless patient monitoring systems and methods

A patient monitoring system to help manage a patient that is at risk of forming one or more pressure ulcers is disclosed. The system includes a patient-worn wireless sensor that senses the patient's orientation and wirelessly transmits information indicative of the sensed orientation to a patient monitor. The patient monitor receives, stores, and processes the transmitted information. It also displays and transmits information indicative of the patient's orientation to help caregivers manage the patient's risk of formation of one or more pressure ulcers. The system can identify the present orientation of the patient and determine how long the patient has been in the present orientation. If the patient remains in an orientation beyond a predefined duration, the system can notify the patient and/or caretakers that the patient is due to be repositioned.

INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND PROGRAM

The present invention provides an information processing device that, when behavior to be watched for is selected by a behavior selection unit, displays a candidate arrangement position of an image capturing device that depends on the selection on a screen. Thereafter, the information processing device detects the behavior selected to be watched for, by determining whether the positional relationship between a person being watched over and a bed satisfies a predetermined condition. 1. An information processing device comprising:a behavior selection unit configured to accept selection of behavior to be watched for with regard to a person being watched over, from a plurality of types of behavior, related to a bed, of the person being watched over;a display control unit configured to cause a display device to display a candidate arrangement position, with respect to the bed, of an image capturing device for watching for behavior, in the bed, of the person being watched over, according to the behavior selected to be watched for;an image acquisition unit configured to acquire a captured image captured by the image capturing device; anda behavior detection unit configured to detect the behavior selected to be watched for, by determining whether a positional relationship between the bed and the person being watched over appearing in the captured image satisfies a predetermined condition.2. The information processing device according to claim 1 ,wherein the display control unit causes the display device to further display a preset position where installation of the image capturing device is not recommended, in addition to the candidate arrangement position of the image capturing device with respect to the bed.3. The information processing device according to claim 1 ,wherein the display control unit, after accepting that arrangement of the image capturing device has been completed, causes the display device to display the captured image acquired by the image capturing ...

Systems and methods to monitor repositioning of a patient

A patient monitoring system to help manage a patient that is at risk of forming one or more pressure ulcers is disclosed. The system includes a patient-worn wireless sensor that senses the patient's orientation and wirelessly transmits information indicative of the sensed orientation to a patient monitor. The patient monitor receives, stores, and processes the transmitted information. It also displays and transmits information indicative of the patient's orientation to help caregivers manage the patient's risk of formation of one or more pressure ulcers. The patient monitor detects patient turns from one position to another. The system can identify the present orientation of the patient and determine how long the patient has been in the present orientation. If the patient remains in an orientation beyond a predefined duration, the system can notify the patient and/or caretakers that the patient is due to be repositioned.

SYSTEMS FOR AUTOMATIC ASSESSMENT OF FALL RISK

Systems and methods for the automatic assessment of a persons fall risk. The systems and methods utilize an objective standard and evaluation of a person's gait and stance, among other factors, to determine such person's current instantaneous likelihood of a fall, as well as such person's future fall risk. The systems and methods utilize machine observations and calculations to reduce or eliminate bias and the use of subjective assessment criteria. 1. A method of assessing the risk of a human being falling , comprising:providing a central sever system;providing a plurality of sensors communicatively coupled to said central server system, none of said sensors being in physical contact with said human being;receiving at said central server system from said plurality of sensors data about said human being gathered by said plurality of sensors;said central server system extracting from said received data about said human being a plurality of data features;said central server system determining a fall risk for said human being based at least in part on said extracted data features.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein each sensor in said plurality of sensors is selected from the group consisting of: a depth sensor claim 1 , a bed sensor claim 1 , and a pressure map sensor.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein at least one sensor in said plurality of sensors is a depth sensor claim 2 , and said depth sensor is an infrared camera.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least one extracted data features in said plurality of extracted data features is selected from the group consisting of bed exit procedure claim 1 , sit-to-stand time claim 1 , gait claim 1 , duration of bed occupancy claim 1 , whether said human being is undergoing intravenous therapy claim 1 , and whether said human being is using an assisting device.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the method steps are performed after:at least one sensor in said plurality of sensors detecting said human being attempting to exit ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR WARNING OF A PROTRUDING BODY PART OF A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT

A system for warning of protruding body parts of a medical vehicle occupant includes a sensor, a feedback device, and a processing circuit. The sensor is configured to generate sensor data based on a position of the occupant, and the processing circuit is configured to determine a contour of the medical vehicle, detect a protruding extremity of the occupant based on the sensor data and the contour, and generate a warning using the feedback device, where the warning is based on the detected protruding extremity. 1. A system for warning of a protruding body part of a medical vehicle occupant , comprising:a sensor configured to generate sensor data based on a position of the occupant;a feedback device; and determine a contour of the medical vehicle;', 'detect a protruding extremity of the occupant based on the sensor data and the contour; and', 'generate a warning using the feedback device, wherein the warning is based on the detected protruding extremity., 'a processing circuit configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor includes a camera claim 1 , and wherein detecting the protruding extremity includes analyzing imaging data generated by the camera.35.-. (canceled)6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the contour of the medical vehicle is determined based on at least one of the sensor data claim 1 , a model of the medical vehicle claim 1 , and a provided contour of the medical vehicle.78.-. (canceled)9. The system of claim 1 , wherein detecting the protruding extremity is based on information related to skeletal anatomy claim 1 , and wherein the skeletal anatomy is based on at least one of a model of the occupant and a model of an average human.1011.-. (canceled)12. The system of claim 9 , wherein detecting the protruding extremity comprises estimating the protruding extremity based on the skeletal anatomy and a non-protruding portion of the occupant.13. The system of claim 12 , wherein the sensor includes a pressure sensor configured to generate pressure ...

Wearable Movement Alert System

The present disclosure provides a wearable movement alert system comprising an enclosure, a divider positioned within the enclosure, a quiet chamber positioned within one longitudinal end of the enclosure, a noise chamber positioned within the longitudinal end of the enclosure that is opposite from the quiet chamber, at least one chime fixed within the noise chamber, and an agitator free to move about within the enclosure.

Medical devices and control systems thereof

The present disclosure provides a medical device and a control system. The control system may achieve a motion control of the medical device: obtaining a target position of the medical device, determining a target motion path of the medical device according to a current position and the target position of the medical device, and controlling the medical device to move from the current position to the target position along the target motion path. The control system may also perform an information registration control method for the medical device: obtaining load change information related to the medical device, and determining an operation instruction related to a registration record of the medical device based on the load change information and a preset change condition. The medical device may include a radiation source, a detector, a C-arm, and a display.

Video monitoring system

A asset tracking system includes a camera adapted to capture images and output signals representative of the images. The camera may include one or more depth sensors that detect distances between the depth sensor and objects positioned within the field of view of the one or more cameras. A computer device processes the image signals and or depth signals from cameras and determines any one or more of the following: (a) whether a patient care protocol has been properly followed; (b) what condition a patient is in; (c) whether an infection control protocol has been properly followed; and (d) whether steps have been taken to reduce the risk of a patient from falling. Alerts may be issued if any conditions of importance are detected.

SYSTEM AND PROCESS FOR MONITORING A POSITION STABILITY

A system () monitors a position stability of a person () located on a patient positioning device () within a medical setting monitored area () and includes a sensor unit () with optical sensors () real time outputting a sensor signal () sensor data indicating a sequence of three-dimensional views of the monitored area over a monitoring time. A processor unit () receives the sensor signal and determines, based on indicated three-dimensional views, a person's center of weight (), a geometric reference value (), and a geometric distance (D) between the center of weight and the geometric reference value and automatedly monitors the determined geometric distance in real time over a monitoring time and calculates a current position stability () as a function of the currently determined geometric distance and geometric distances determined within a past analysis time interval and outputs a position stability signal (). 1. A system for monitoring a position stability of a person who is located on a patient positioning device within a monitored area in a medical setting , the system comprising:a sensor unit comprising optical sensors configured to determine a sensor signal and to output the sensor signal in real time, wherein the number of optical sensors are arranged relative to the medical setting and are configured such that the sensor signal comprises sensor data, which indicate a sequence of three-dimensional views of the monitored area over a monitoring time; anda processor unit configured to receive the sensor signal and to determine, based on the indicated three-dimensional views, at least one person's center of weight, which comprises information about the person who is located within the monitored area on the patient positioning device, to determine, based on the indicated three-dimensional views, at least one geometric reference value that comprises information about the patient positioning device located within the monitored area, to determine a geometric ...

SLEEP MONITORING SYSTEM

Sleep systems having embedded sensors are described. In one aspect, a sleep system includes a mattress and one or more force sensors embedded within the mattress. The force sensors are positioned within the mattress to sense movement of an occupant of the mattress. The sleep system also includes one or more processors coupled with the one or more force sensors. At least one of the processors is configured to determine sleep state information for the occupant based on data obtained from one or more of the force sensors. 1. A computer-implemented method comprising:receiving, via a communication subsystem of a device, sleep system data, the sleep system data based on sensor data obtained at a sleep system; andcausing a display to output a display screen based on the received data, the display screen based on the sleep system data, wherein the display screen prompts for input of one or more textual tags to be associated with the sleep session, wherein the textual tags are text-based labels not representing a rating.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:defining a goal; anddetermining progress towards completion of the goal based on the sleep system data, and wherein the display screen includes an indicator of the determined progress towards the goal together with an indicator of the goal.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the goal is based on a sleep duration and wherein determining progress towards completion of the goal comprises determining the sleep duration.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the goal is based on the amount of time in a defined stage of sleep and wherein determining progress towards completion of the goal comprises determining the amount of time in the defined stage of sleep.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the goal is a score.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the display screen includes a graph indicating a bed time over a time period.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the display screen indicates a change in sleep efficiency during a ...

DETERMINATION DEVICE, DETERMINATION METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY RECORDING MEDIUM

An acceleration acquirer of a controller of an in-bed and out-of-bed determination device acquires, in a time series, acceleration of a subject from a sensor that is an acceleration sensor attached by the subject, a body motion determiner determines, based on the acquired acceleration, whether there is a body motion of the subject at each time, an evaluator evaluates a distribution of the acceleration at a time at which it is determined that there is not a body motion, an estimator estimates a body axis of the subject based on the evaluated distribution of the acceleration, and an in-bed and out-of-bed determiner determines at least one of in bed and out of bed of the subject based on the estimated body axis of the subject that is estimated by the estimator. 1. A determination device comprising at least one processor ,the processor being configured to:acquire, in a time series, information about a body motion of a subject from a sensor attached by the subject;determine, based on the acquired information about the body motion, whether there is a body motion of the subject at each time, evaluate a distribution of the information about the body motion of the subject at a time at which it is determined that there is not a body motion, and estimate a body axis of the subject based on the evaluated distribution of the information about the body motion; anddetermine at least one of in bed and out of bed of the subject based on the estimated body axis of the subject.2. The determination device according to claim 1 , wherein:the sensor includes an acceleration sensor, andthe information about the body motion of the subject is an acceleration acquired from the acceleration sensor.3. The determination device according to claim 2 , wherein:the processor is configured to:calculate a norm of the acquired acceleration, remove a DC component from the calculated norm of the acceleration, and determine whether there is a body motion of the subject based on the norm of the ...

System and Method for the Inference of Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Automatically

A method and related system to, among other things, automatically infer answers to all of the ADL questions and the first four questions of the IADL in the home. The inference methods detect the relevant activities unobtrusively, continuously, accurately, objectively, quantifiably and without relying on the patient's own memory (which may be fading due to aging or an existing health condition, such as Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)) or on a caregiver's subjective report. The methods rely on the judicious placement of a number of sensors in the subject's place of residence, including motion detection sensors in every room, the decomposition of each relevant activity into the sub-tasks involved, identification of additional sensors required to detect the relevant sub-tasks and spatial-temporal conditions between the signals of sensors to formulate the rules that will detect the occurrence of the specific activities of interest. 1. A method to automatically derive answers to the questions of two clinical functional assessment instruments activities of daily living (ADLs) , and all but one of the instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) relying on sensors targeting the side-effects of the activities , said method comprising:date and time stamping sensor firings; and a rule to automatically bathing/showering,', 'a rule to automatically detect dressing,', 'a rule to automatically detect toileting events,', 'a rule to automatically detect the ability to ambulate (get out of bed/chair),', 'a rule to automatically detect problems in controlling bladder and/or bowels,', 'a rule to automatically detect the ability to feed oneself,', 'a rule to automatically detect the ability to get to places outside of walking distance,', 'a rule to automatically detect the ability to shop for groceries,, 'setting a set of rules method where the spatio-temporal relationships of sensor firings are examined and analyzed to infer the occurrence of activities of interest, wherein said rules ...

OCCUPANCY MONITORING DEVICE

An occupancy monitoring device, such as for a bed or chair, including a capacitor having a first electrode adapted for attachment along the side of a bed or mattress or a chair, a second electrode adapted for positioning remotely from the first electrode and a defector tor detecting dielectric shift induced in the capacitor by movement of an occupant on the bed, mattress or chair. 126.-. (canceled)27. An occupancy monitoring device for detecting movement of a load on a bed or mattress , the device comprising a sensor in the form of a capacitor having a first electrode adapted for attachment to at least part of the bed , mattress or a covering therefor and a second electrode adapted for positioning remotely from the first electrode , the device further comprising a detector for detecting dielectric shift induced in the capacitor by movement of a load on the bed or mattress , wherein the first electrode comprises multiple zones of sensitivity for detection of changes in dielectric shift , the multiple zones being provided by a series of elongated , parallel first electrodes of different length , wherein each length of electrode represents a different zone of sensitivity.28. A monitoring device as claimed in wherein the or each first electrode comprises a single conductor elongated wire claim 27 , film claim 27 , tape or fibre.29. A monitoring device as claimed in claim 27 , wherein the total width of the elongated first electrode or electrodes is less than 10% of the total width of the bed or mattress.30. A monitoring device as claimed in wherein the first electrode is bonded to a self-adhesive tape for attachment of the electrode to the bed claim 27 , mattress of covering therefor.31. A monitoring device as claimed in wherein the first electrode is woven into a bed mattress or bed linen.32. A monitoring device as claimed in further comprising a remote analyser and controller circuit in communication with the electrodes for detecting the dielectric shift.33. A ...

WATCHING SYSTEM, WATCHING METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM

A watching system, which calculates a fall probability of an imaged person to be fallen using a computer which includes a processor and a memory, includes a trunk extraction unit that receives time-series skeleton information of the imaged person, calculates an angle between a head and a waist of the imaged person based on the skeleton information, extracts the angle as a trunk of the imaged person, calculates the center of the trunk as a trunk center based on trunk information set in advance, extracts a trunk to be reference as a reference trunk from a time-series trunk calculated from the time-series skeleton information, and holds a center of the reference trunk, and a fall probability calculation unit that calculates a distance between a trunk center of the reference trunk and a trunk center of the trunk as a deviation amount, and calculates the fall probability from the deviation amount. 1. A watching system for calculating a fall probability of an imaged person to be fallen using a computer which includes a processor and a memory , comprising:a trunk extraction unit that receives time-series skeleton information of the imaged person, calculates an angle between a head and a waist of the imaged person based on the skeleton information, extracts the angle as a trunk the imaged person, calculates a center of the trunk as a trunk center based on trunk information set in advance, extracts a trunk to be reference as a reference trunk from a time-series trunk calculated from the time-series skeleton information, and holds a center of the reference trunk; anda fall probability calculation unit that calculates a distance between a trunk center of the reference trunk and a trunk center of the trunk as a deviation amount, and calculates the fall probability from the deviation amount.2. The watching system according to claim 1 , whereinthe trunk extraction unit calculates a time-series trunk center from the time-series trunk, and calculates an acceleration of the trunk ...

SENSOR SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SENSOR-BASED ACTIVITY EVALUATION

Systems and methods are discussed for providing sensor enhanced safety, recovery, and activity evaluation systems. Sensors that monitor user activity and behavior are worn by a user and/or placed in the user environment. Data from the sensors are processed to obtain a safety, recovery, and/or activity evaluation. Based on the evaluation, recommendations or adjustments to the terms of an insurance policy covering the user, the user's employer, or a facility providing health care to the user to accurately reflect the risks associated with the user, employer, and/or facility. In embodiments, an alert may be generated when a failure to conform with activity guidelines is detected. 1. An activity evaluation system comprising:a communications device configured to receive (1) sensor data based on at least one sensor configured to monitor activity of an individual associated with and distinct from a covered entity, and (2) an activity evaluation for the individual; anda computer hardware server, operated by a risk management entity and in communication with the communications device, configured to adjust data corresponding to a parameter of a risk management policy covering the covered entity based on the sensor data and the activity evaluation, wherein the computer hardware server is configured to adjust the data corresponding to the parameter so as to provide an adjustment favorable to the covered entity responsive to the activity evaluation being indicative of desired activity by the individual; determine, based on the sensor data, whether the individual has conformed with activity guidelines applicable to the individual; and', 'responsive to a negative determination that the individual has conformed with the activity guidelines, transmit an alert to a computing device of the covered entity., 'wherein the computer hardware server is further configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the computer hardware server is further configured to:generate, based at least in ...

BED APPARATUS

A high-performance bed apparatus is provided. The bed apparatus includes a supporting unit that supports a user, and a control unit that controls an operation of the supporting unit, wherein a speed of the operation of the supporting unit in a case where the user manipulates the supporting unit is higher than a speed at which the control unit automatically causes the supporting unit to operate. 1. A bed apparatus comprising:a supporting unit capable of supporting a user; anda controller configured to control a movement of the supporting unit,wherein a speed of the movement of the supporting unit in a case where the user manipulates the supporting unit is higher than a speed at which the controller automatically causes the supporting unit to move.2. The bed apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when causing the supporting unit to perform a first operation claim 1 , the controller causes the supporting unit to move at a first speed claim 1 , move at a second speed lower than the first speed claim 1 , and move at a third a third speed higher than the second speed.3. The bed apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , when causing the supporting unit to perform the first operation claim 2 , in a case of determining that the user has fallen asleep claim 2 , the controller causes the supporting unit to move at the first speed.4. The bed apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when causing the supporting unit to perform a second operation claim 1 , if detecting body motion claim 1 , a heartbeat rate claim 1 , or a respiratory rate of the user in a vicinity of time at which the user intends to sit up claim 1 , the controller causes the supporting unit to move.5. The bed apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein claim 4 , when causing the supporting unit to perform the second operation claim 4 , in a case of determining that the user has fallen asleep again claim 4 , if detecting body motion claim 4 , a heartbeat rate claim 4 , or a respiratory ...

METHOD FOR DETERMINING WHETHER AN INDIVIDUAL LEAVES A PRESCRIBED VIRTUAL PERIMETER

A method and system that allows healthcare providers, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and other persons to monitor disabled, elderly or other high-risk individuals to prevent or reduce falls and/or mitigate the impact of a fall by delivering automated notification of “at risk” behavior and falls by such an individual being monitored where assistance is required. 120-. (canceled)21. A system for detecting when a monitored individual or any part of the monitored individual has crossed outside of a designated electronic perimeter , the system comprising:one or more 3D camera, motion and sound sensors within a room occupied by a specific individual to be monitored, the one or more 3D camera, motion and sound sensors configured to:recognize one or more biometric identifiers of the specific individual; andelectronically forward a continuous video feed to a computerized virtual safety rail monitoring system;wherein the computerized virtual safety rail monitoring system is configured to:electronically calibrate virtual safety rails defining a designated electronic perimeter within an area of the room; andelectronically alert a computerized communication system when the computerized virtual safety rail monitoring system detects that the specific individual or any part of the specific individual has crossed over the designated electronic perimeter based on 3D information from the continuous video feed received from the one or more 3D camera, motion and sound sensors.22. The system of claim 21 , wherein claim 21 , upon receiving an alert claim 21 , the computerized communication system is configured to send an electronic notification message of the detected crossing of the designated electronic perimeter.23. The system of claim 21 , wherein no electronic alert is provided if one or more other persons are detected in the room at the time the individual or a part of the individual crosses outside of the designated electronic perimeter.24. The system of claim 21 , wherein ...

Patient Support Apparatus For Controlling Patient Ingress And Egress

A patient support apparatus comprising a base movable about a floor surface and a deck comprising sections movable between deck configurations including an egress deck configuration. An articulation system coupled to the deck moves the sections. A lift mechanism moves the deck relative to the base between lift configurations including an egress lift configuration. An egress input is arranged for actuation by a user. A bed detection system monitors data associated with the patient support apparatus and communicates with a remote station. A controller interrupts communication of the bed detection system with the remote station, drives the articulation system to move the sections to the egress deck configuration, and drives the lift mechanism to move the support frame to the egress lift configuration in response to actuation of the egress input. 1. A patient support apparatus comprising:a base;a patient support deck comprising deck sections movable relative to each other between a plurality of deck configurations including an egress deck configuration;an articulation system coupled to said patient support deck to move said deck sections relative to one another;a lift mechanism to move said patient support deck relative to said base between a plurality of lift configurations including an egress lift configuration;an egress input arranged for actuation by a user;a bed detection system configured to monitor data associated with a status of a patient supported on said patient support deck and to communicate said data with a remote monitoring station; anda controller in communication with said articulation system, said lift mechanism, said egress input, and said bed detection system, said controller being configured to interrupt communication of said bed detection system with said remote monitoring station, to drive said articulation system to move one or more of said deck sections to said egress deck configuration, and to drive said lift mechanism to move said patient ...

ESTIMATION AND MONITORING OF PATIENT TORSO ANGLE

A person support apparatus supports a person in a laying-down or a seated position. One or more body-mounted sensors detect changes in the position of the person relative to a reference. A control system receives output from the body-mounted sensor or sensors through a remote coupling. The control system uses patient position information obtained from the body-mounted sensors to determine whether the person has experienced a change-in-position and/or a change-in-activity event. Alternatively or in addition, the position of the person situated on a person support apparatus is detected using one or more sensors that are not body-mounted, but rather are coupled to the person support apparatus or to another component of a patient support system. The patient position information is used to estimate the patient's torso angle. The estimated torso angle is used to assess the patient's condition. 19.-. (canceled)10. A person support apparatus comprisinga frame including a head section to support a person's upper body and a seat section to support the person's sacral region,an angle sensor to sense an angle of elevation of the head section,a hip position sensor to sense a distance, d, between a desired hip position and a measured hip position, andelectronics coupled to the angle sensor and to the hip position sensor, the electronics being configured to estimate the person's actual torso angle based on the angle of elevation of the head section as sensed by the angle sensor and the distance, d, as sensed by the hip position sensor.11. The person support apparatus of claim 10 , wherein the hip position sensor comprises a sensor array of individual sensing elements.12. The person support apparatus of claim 11 , wherein the individual sensing elements comprise resistive pressure sensors.13. The person support apparatus of claim 10 , wherein the hip position sensor is coupled to the seat section of the frame.14. The person support apparatus of claim 10 , further comprising a ...

BED DEVICE

A bed device includes: an operation section that receives an operation input; a controller that controls a movement of the bed in accordance with the operation input; a detector that detects a position of a patient on the bed; and, a limitation table that stores a limitation area set on the bed in association with a limitation content, wherein when the position of the patient detected by the detector is included in the limitation area, the limitation content is read out from the limitation table so as to control the controller in accordance with the limitation content. With this configuration, it is possible to provide a higher safety bed device which can not only notify the danger based on the bed movement but also limit the movement of the bed in accordance with the status of the patient or the bed device. 1. A bed device comprising:a controller configured to move the bed device in accordance with an input from a user; and,a memory configured to store a plurality of regulation contents, the regulation contents including a first status of the bed device, the first status being stored in association with a first input corresponding to a first regulated movement of the bed device,wherein when the first input is received, the controller is configured to regulate a movement of the bed device corresponding to the first input if the bed device is in the first status, and the controller is configured not to regulate a movement of the bed device corresponding to the first input if the bed device is not in the first status.2. The bed device according to claim 1 , wherein the regulation contents further including a second status of the bed device claim 1 , the second status being stored in association with a second input corresponding to a second regulated movement of the bed device claim 1 , and the second status being different from the first status.3. The bed device according to claim 2 , wherein the first regulated movement is different from the second regulated movement ...

Bed Monitoring Pad

A sensor pad is adapted to be positioned under a mattress of a patient's bed as part of a monitoring system that provides a signal to a caregiver when the patient rises from the bed can be used for multiple patients. The under-mattress sensor pads can be used for a long period of time as the under-mattress sensor pads includes a relatively stiff material. 1. A bed monitoring pad , comprising:a flexible first plate with conductive material printed thereon;a flexible second plate with conductive material printed thereon, wherein the first flexible plate and second flexible plate comprise zones of conductivity;a soft sponge layer positioned between the first plate and the second plate, the soft sponge layer including a plurality of elongated openings, wherein each elongated opening extends along an axis, and wherein the axis of each elongated opening is diagonal to a long axis of the sponge layer, and wherein the zone of conductivity of the first plate is configured to make physical and electrical contact with the zone of conductivity of the second plate through the opening in the sponge layer when a patient sits or lies on the bed monitoring pad; anda bottom layer below the second plate, the bottom layer being more rigid than the first and second.2. The bed monitoring pad of claim 1 , wherein the bottom layer is Polyvinyl chloride.3. The bed monitoring pad of claim 1 , further comprising a plastic layer between the bottom layer and the second plate.4. The bed monitoring pad of claim 1 , further comprising a top-most layer above the first layer.5. The bed monitoring pad of claim 1 , wherein the top-most layer is Polyvinyl chloride.6. The bed monitoring pad of claim 1 , further comprising a bed frame claim 1 , the bed frame being formed of a pair of side rails and a plurality of struts connecting the side rails claim 1 , wherein the pad is positioned on the bed frame such that the axis of each elongated opening of the sponge layer is diagonal relative to a long axis of ...

PERSON SUPPORT APPARATUS HAVING PHYSIOLOGICAL SENSOR

A person support apparatus includes a frame and a support surface cooperating with the frame to support a person. The person support apparatus also has a sensor coupled to one of the frame and the support surface. The sensor detects at least one characteristic associated with the person. A controller is coupled to the sensor. In response to at least one of a condition of the frame, a condition of the support surface, a position of the person, or a condition of the person, the controller operates to control the sensor by at least one of changing a gain of the sensor and changing a manner in which a signal from the sensor is filtered. In some instances, the controller turns the sensor off. 120.-. (canceled)21. A person support apparatus comprising:a frame including a plurality of deck sections including a head section to support a person's head and a portion of the person's torso, the head section being pivotable between raised and lowered positions,a mattress supported by the plurality of deck sections;a physiological sensor to detect at least one physiological characteristic of the person, the physiological sensor being located above the head section and being pivotable with the head section as the head section pivots, the physiological sensor detecting the at least one physiological characteristic through at least a portion of the mattress;a force sensor coupled to the frame and operable to sense at least a portion of a weight of the person;a pressure sensor coupled to the frame and operable to sense pressure associated with an inflatable bladder of the mattress;at least one controller coupled to the frame; anda network bus coupling the physiological sensor, the force sensor, and the pressure sensor to the at least one controller, wherein the at least one controller generates an alert signal in response to data from the physiological sensor meeting a threshold condition.22. The person support apparatus of claim 21 , wherein the at least one controller is configured ...

OCCUPANT EGRESS PREDICTION SYSTEMS, METHODS AND DEVICES

A method comprises determining a person's level of risk for developing an adverse condition; selecting a care protocol based on the level of risk; displaying a proposed configuration of a person support structure corresponding to the care protocol for a caregiver to approve; and upon approval by the caregiver, implementing the configuration. 18.-. (canceled)9. A method of predicting an egress condition for a person supported on a person support structure , the method comprising:receiving input signals including: (i) at least one of time since last toileting, input/output balance, or lack of catheter; and (ii) patient position;determining if the input signals mimic an egress profile;generating an alert if the input signals mimic the egress profile; andreceiving at least one additional input signal corresponding to a facility input and modifying the alert as a function of the facility input, wherein the facility input includes information corresponding to at least one of the following: time of day, staffing levels, caregiver round times, or likelihood an alert will be responded to within a predetermined amount of time.10. The method of claim 9 , wherein the input signals further include information sensed by a pressure map.11. The method of claim 10 , wherein the pressure map comprises a mat positioned on the mattress.12. The method of claim 9 , wherein the input signals further include information sensed by a load cell.13. The method of claim 12 , wherein the load cell is included as part of a bed frame of the patient support structure.14. The method of claim 9 , wherein the input signals further include information sensed by an image capture device.15. The method of claim 9 , wherein the input signals further include information sensed by a 3D image sensor.16. The method of claim 9 , wherein the input signals further include information sensed by an array of sensors and the person support structure includes a mattress claim 9 , wherein the array of sensors is ...

MATTRESS WITH ALARM FEATURES

Sleep systems having embedded sensors are described. In one aspect, a sleep system includes a mattress and one or more force sensors embedded within the mattress. The force sensors are positioned within the mattress to sense movement of an occupant of the mattress. The sleep system also includes one or more processors coupled with the one or more force sensors. At least one of the processors is configured to determine sleep state information for the occupant based on data obtained from one or more of the force sensors. 1. A sleep system comprising:one or more occupant monitoring sensors associated with a mattress for monitoring an occupant of the mattress;an output interface; anda processor coupled with the one or more occupant monitoring sensors and the output interface, wherein the processor is configured to control an alarm provided on the output interface based on data obtained from one or more of the occupant monitoring sensors.2. The sleep system of claim 1 , wherein the processor is configured to control the alarm by adjusting an alarm state based on the data obtained from the one or more of the occupant monitoring sensors.3. The sleep system of claim 2 , wherein the processor is configured to adjust the alarm state by turning off the alarm.4. The sleep system of claim 3 , wherein the processor is configured to determine claim 3 , based on the data claim 3 , that the occupant is no longer occupying the mattress and wherein the alarm is turned off in response to determining that the occupant is no longer occupying the mattress.5. The sleep system of claim 2 , wherein the processor is configured to adjust the alarm state by providing a snooze function.6. The sleep system of claim 5 , wherein the processor is configured to:determine that an input representing an instruction to enable the snooze function has been received based on the data, and wherein the snooze function is provided in response to determining that the snooze function has been received.7. The ...