Abstract: A system and a method for directing medical patients to an appropriate level of care and processes for directing a medical patient to an appropriate healthcare resource are disclosed. The system, the method, and the processes allow non-physicians to navigate the healthcare system, prevent missed emergencies, and direct patients to appropriate healthcare resources, thereby making healthcare more affordable, accessible, and efficient.

Abstract: A connector including a biodegradable base material and a biodegradable binder material, comprising at least one of a protein and a residue, configured to hold together the base material to form a biodegradable connector element. The biodegradable connector element affects an operational condition of an apparatus the biodegradable connector element is used within. Degradation of at least one of the biodegradable base material, the biodegradable binder, and the biodegradable connector element provides for a limited operational lifespan of the apparatus resulting in the apparatus becoming inoperable. A system is also disclosed.

Abstract: A connector apparatus and concomitant method of connecting first and second Micro-D connectors comprising inserting latches affixed at both ends of the first connector into mounting holes on the second connector and causing locking tabs on the latches to engage with a support portion of the second connector.