Short Description

This bed monitor combines a system of up to three infrared sensors positioned around the bed to alert a carer when the occupant in the bed begins a sideways movement to get out of the bed. The monitor is clamped onto the bed head. It works in conjunction with a nurse call system. A remote alarm or pager with room and bed display are optional.

Models

One model is available

Options

* Remote alarm
* Pager with room and bed display

More Details

In a situation where the bed is placed next to a wall (as is usually the case in nursing homes) you will only need one Invisa-Beam to monitor the edge. In a situation where the bed is freestanding in middle of a room, that is, allowing the patient to exit either side of the bed, you will need two monitors, one each side of the bed-head to monitor both edges. The beam itself is invisible and the monitor is operated by electricity. Setting or adjusting the length of the beam is undertaken prior to installation.

To enable a bed with the monitors attached, to be moved from ward to ward and through doorways, the monitors can be folded away in front of the bed head.

This alarm will not sound if the occupant reaches upward or stands up on the bed.

It may detect a fall out of bed

Installation

To install, the monitor(s) is mounted to the bed head and plugged into a power socket. The sensor beams are then appropriately aligned to ensure they capture the required territory.

For healthcare facility use, as in a hospital or nursing home, an alarm is then connected to the existing nurse call system meaning that when the beam is interrupted, an alarm immediately sounds at the nurse?s station. For home use, the system comes with a wireless alarm unit which rings when the beam is tripped.

Standards

Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see www.ilcaustralia.org.au/Using_Assistive_Technology/standards_regulation

This product conforms to the following:
. Therapeutic Goods Administration List ARTG 173590
. Conforms to Standards AS/NZS 3200.1
. IEC 60601.1
(Information from supplier product brochure)

Place Of Manufacture

ACT Australia