Abstract: An identification bracelet formed from upper and lower layers of flexible material removably laminated with a selectively printed release layer and a pigmented adhesive. The lower layer has a plurality of die cut areas which can be removed to expose a portion of the adhesive, which is then overlapped with, and attached to the upper layer. The adhesive is applied over a selectively printed release layer so as to have areas of high adhesion and areas of low adhesion to the upper layer which separate differentially and form a "void" indication, for example, if the attached ends are separated after application.

Abstract: A dual impression appointment reminder is made from a two-ply form having a face stock releasably secured by an adhesive onto a release liner of a material such that, upon writing information on the face stock with an impression writing instrument, a copy of that information is simultaneously made on the liner. The face stock includes a removable label at least partially defined by a peripheral cut. The removable label is attachable by adhesive on the underside of it to another surface, such as a calendar. Both the face stock and label have permanent printed information thereon so that upon writing the date and time of an appointment on the label with an impression writing instrument, and upon removal of the label from the liner, two separate reminders are provided with the date and time of the appointment recorded on each of them.

Abstract: A method of forming an identification band from a tube with a constant circular cross-section along the majority of its outer circumference. The tube holds an indicia, and the information on the indicia is magnified by the generally circular shape of the tube. The circular shape also minimizes contact between the band and the wearer. Contact is limited to line contact with the skin, and irritation of the skin is reduced by eliminating any edges which may cut or scrape the skin. A method of forming the identification band includes the steps cutting a predetermined length of tube, placing an indicia therein, and completing the assembly by inserting an untapered cylindrical plug into each end of the tube.

Abstract: The method and apparatus of this invention permit quality review by medical insurers of ambulatory patient care by gathering medical data on each and every ambulatory visit and by providing a unique data transmission system to timely and accurately report the data for analysis. Negotiable medical data drafts are provided to participating medical care providers, who are authorized to issue the draft to themselves and sign the draft at the conclusion of each patient's visit. In exchange for immediate partial payment for services rendered, the medical service provider is required to enter the requested medical data summarizinq the patient's visit on the data entry portions of the negotiable medical data draft. Deposit in its bank of the medical data draft by the medical care provider returns to the provider immediate cash and places the medical data in a transmission system designed and monitored for accurate and reliable handling.

Abstract: A credit/service card with expanded surface area comprises a first card member, a second card member and a hinge connecting the two card members. The credit/service card also comprises a fastener for holding the first and second card member together when the credit/service card is in the closed position.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a chart listing medications, dosage times, and notes. Tactile and visual medication symbols and marking elements denote specific times for taking specific medications. Medication containers are similarly marked.

Abstract: A system and method for enabling a small child to easily and reliably place his shoes on the correct feet. At least one of the toenails from the child's right foot is painted with a first color from a first bottle of paint, and at least one of the toenails from the child's left foot is painted with a second, contrasting color from a second bottle of paint. A stick-on label having said first color is removed from a first paper strip and applied to the inside of the child's right shoe above the heel thereof, and a stick-on label having said second color is removed from a second paper strip and applied to the inside of the child's left shoe above the heel. The child then matches his right shoe to his right foot, each being marked with the first color and his left shoe to his left foot, each being marked with the second color.

Abstract: A locking device in the shape of a unitary body formed from a bio-degradable material which includes an element with at least one free end formed integral with said body. The severable element is designed to engage and secure a container lock mechanism when the container is in a closed position, whereby the free end of the element is capable of being mechanically or adhesively secured to said unitary body to form a seal, with said device being designed to fracture upon opening of the container lock mechanism thereby providing visible evidence of the lock mechanism being opened.

Abstract: An emergency medical data card for private individualized and convenient creation and the process of making thereof that can also be provided in a kit form so that individuals can create their own emergency medical data card. The emergency medical data card is created by initially providing a blank form that includes indicia having individualized, personalized information, such as name, address, and a series of medical indicia information that includes lines from each word so that an individual can fill in the particular information required, along with particular boxes that can be checked. The letter size form is then reduced a predetermined amount so that its size ultimatey is slightly smaller than a credit card which conveniently fits in a wallet. The sheet, once reduced, is then attached to a blank rigid plastic card that does say "Emergency Medical Data" on it permanently, all of which can be laminated together.

Abstract: The invention relates to a patient and healthcare provider identification system which includes a database of patient and healthcare provider information including the identity of each patient and provider and some identification criteria (such as fingerprint data); a print scanner for reading the print information from a patient or provider; a control system for matching the print data read by the scanner with the print data stored in memory; and a printer for printing labels or generating stamps or other visually perceptible medium for positively identifying the patient or provider and creating a record of the identification.

Abstract: A combination medical form includes a Physician's Orders Sheet, a Medication Administration Record and a Treatment Administration Record. The Medication Administration Record and the Treatment Administration Record feature non-overlapping columns of instruction blocks and a series of columns of record cells arranged in a space efficient manner.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system whereby a consumer, and in particular a patient, may make a request that information with respect to a drug be transmitted to him or her. In accordance with the present invention, a doctor may provide a patient with an information request post card. The information request post card may, in one aspect, for example, have a first information correlation component and a second postal destination component. The first component may comprise a plurality or correlation groups, each correlation group comprising a said identification symbol and an associated check-off section for being marked so as to designate the said identification symbol, and a consumer identification section for the insertion of postal information of a consumer.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for allowing the user to simultaneously monitor and modify the intake of specific nutrients in a graphical manner. A booklet is utilized for simultaneously monitoring two independent nutrients so as to ensure that the total amount of intake of the first and second nutrients satisfies the requirements of their respective predetermined values. The booklet includes a chart with a series of vertical and horizontal marks to form a grid with numerical labels along the edges of the grid. The user determines the maximum daily intake of the two nutrients based on specific parameters for the individual. A line is drawn parallel to each axis of the chart to indicate the minimum or maximum daily intake of each nutrient. The intersection of the lines is the starting point for each day, graphically showing the user the allowable quantities for each nutrient. The booklet also includes food listings which supply the user with the necessary values for charting each of the variables.

Abstract: A wallet size laminated medical information card is made by providing the information on a form at a physician's center. The information is then transmitted to a data base where it is reproduced on format software which adjusts the size of the information for wallet size. The information is then laser printed onto a card which is plastic laminated and folded so that it is of conventional credit card size, while the information thereon can be read without the use of special optical devices.

Abstract: A composite medical information and identity card adapted to be carried by a person who has had surgery resulting in installation of one or more metallic elements in his or her body of the type which, when passing through an X-ray inspection unit, results in the metal causing an alarm to be given. The card is composite and comprises a small basic card upon which is shown on one surface the name of the person, indication of the type of surgery, and the surgeon's name. The reverse side of the card is laminated with small photographs in side-by-side position respectively of the person's head and the X-ray of the surgery on the person, the card and photographs being sealed between two similar small sheets of transparent thermoplastic film which extend beyond the edges of the card sufficiently to be permanently heat-sealed and form a composite card.

Abstract: A booklet that is intended to be carried by a person so as to be available to a health care provider when the person is in need of medical treatment. The booklet is intended to collect and present, in an orderly fashion, personal medical information that is potentially useful to the health care provider. The booklet comprises constructional features, namely pockets for receiving sheets of paper and/or glossy areas for adhesive-backed stickers, that allow for medical information to efficiently organized and presented, and to be updated as required.

Abstract: A multi-compartment device which is placed in a binder to organize and schedule a patients medical requirements. The device is constructed from a sheet of transparent vinyl material. The sheet includes one or more first compartments located in the center of the sheet for holding, for example, a picture of the patient and any other desired information. A second plurality of compartments are provided along an outer edge of the sheet for holding a patient name tag. Finally, the sheet includes a third plurality of compartments provided on an upper and/or lower edge thereof. Each third compartment holds a correspondingly shaped member which is moveable upwardly and downwardly within the compartment. In one position for each member, an end portion of the member is hidden within the compartment. When the member is moved to the other position within the compartment, the end portion thereof extends beyond the edge of the sheet.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a chart listing medications, dosage times, and notes. Tactile and visual medication symbols and marking elements denote specific times for taking specific medications. Medication containers are similarly marked.

Abstract: What has been disclosed herein represents an improvement in the existing system whereby identification cards are carried about the person in a manner in which, under the prior art, access to individual identification cards was difficult. The improvement comprises a non-slip finger engaging notch which permits the ready withdrawal of individual cards from card carrying cases without slippage between the fingers and the surface of the card.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of confirming the identity of a patient with an individual to receive a treatment intended for said patient, by (a) obtaining a print identification characteristic of said patient; (b) obtaining a print identification characteristic of said individual to whom said treatment is intended to be administered; (c) confirming the identity of the print identification characteristic obtained from the patient with the print identification characteristic obtained from the individual. Also disclosed are an associated device and system. The device can have information identifying one or more than one patient.

Abstract: A kit for distributing pharmaceutical products comprising a tray of containers of drugs. Each container is provided with a multipart flag label. The flag label comprises a plurality of self-adhesive stickers which are used for labeling the container and for making entries in inventory records, medical charts, billing statements and the like. To use the kit a prescriber need only insert the patient's name, the date the drug is prescribed and the number of authorized refills on the label. All other information required by law or good practices is pre-printed on the label. The stickers are then detached from a protective backing sheet and affixed as indicated.

Abstract: A pictorial system is devised to assist in the administration of medication, either to self or to another, based on picture stamps of a particulate medication to be taken by or given to a patient at a specified time either over a specified period of time or over an extended and unspecified calendar period. The picture stamps, each reflecting a unit of a medication, are to be pasted into discrete spaces of a sheet, card, label or box cover divided into columns and rows identified by icons for the time of day one or more units of the medication or of the medications are to be taken or given.

Abstract: An information organization system is provided which utilizes a series of imprinted organizational sheets which have releasable, pressure-sensitive adhesive on the lower edge of the reverse surface. These sheets are carried on a pad and are thereafter individually removed and placed upon preprinted notebook or other reference sheets and held in place by the adhesive. Since they are adhered along their lower edges, the organizational sheets can be placed in overlapping juxtaposition with only their upper areas showing; and, yet, each sheet can be read in its entirety from the top down without removing other sheets. The sheets can be adhered to, or removed from, the notebook pages or other reference sheets in any sequence.

Abstract: An identification tag is physically associated with a surgical specimen for accurate identification of the specimen. The tag remains in place through the laboratory to allow accurate identification of specimen and patient. The tag has a hole to receive a staple for stapling to solid tissue, and is flexible to be rolled and inserted into a vial with a liquid specimen or a semi-fluid specimen. The tags are prepared in advance of surgery and are available for rapid association with specimens in the operating room.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for educational information transfer to consumers of prescription medication using a greeting card-style format and unique icons to structure categories of drug information. Integral to the apparatus is a capsule-shaped, free-standing revolving floor rack holding 80 to 100 different cards.

Abstract: A sheet used for laying out or composing lines of text, art work and the like for subsequent photographic reproduction in the printing and graphic arts industries, in which the sheet has non-photographically reproducible indicia on one side or face thereof to facilitate aligning and positioning of the text and the like, and wherein a dry, transparent, tacky adhesive coating is applied to the face for securely holding the text and the like in place, and which also enables the text and the like to be removed and repositioned plural times.

Abstract: A prescription pad comprises a plurality of units each comprising an associated preprinted prescription leaf and preprinted check leaf; the preprinted prescription leaf bears a preprinted prescription for a distinct pharmaceutical product as well as a zone for entry of patient information and a zone for entry of the signature of the prescribing physician; the check leaf bears on one face a preprinted check in favor of a dispensing pharmacist, and has a value based on the value of the prescribed product and a dispensing fee, and has an endorsing zone preprinted with a dispensing acknowledgement legend relating to the preprinted prescription with an entry portion for entry of the endorsing signature of the dispensing pharmacist; the check leaf is preferably coded to identify the physican.

Abstract: A period event recorder comprising a label, indicia on the label corresponding to a desired time or frequency interval; a porous substrate attached to the underside of the label; means for attaching the porous substrate to an object associated with, related to, or nearby the site for performance of a desired task or event; and a stylus adapted to puncture that portion of the label bearing indicia corresponding to that particular performance of the desired task or event.

Abstract: In accordance with an illustrative embodiment of the present invention, a medication information recording system includes a chart having a series of vertically spaced, partially overlapping prescription slips detachably secured to the left hand margin thereof. The chart has alternating rows of prescription information blocks and related information blocks. Each slip has a row of prescription information blocks superimposed over a companion row on the chart, and a row of pre-printed heading blocks superimposed over a row of related information blocks on the chart. Carbon-less reproduction is made of all entries in the prescription information blocks of the slips onto the chart, whereas related information is entered directly on the appropriate chart blocks immediately below the reproduced information.

Abstract: A record keeping folder having a pair of hinged covers, the inner surface of one of the covers being provided with a restraining pocket for holding one or more individual record sheets in a readily removable condition, the inner surface of the other of the covers being essentially unencumbered, each of the record sheets having an adhesive border, and a protective strip covering the adhesive border and being peelable from the adhesive border to allow the border to be adhesively affixed to the other unencumbered cover with the sheet lying substantially flat thereon.

Abstract: A compact auxiliary data record storing at least one quarter megabyte of data in card size and detachably adherable to a support surface. The support surface may be an eye-readable primary record, such as a sheet of X-ray film or a book. The data card may be an optical card, a semiconductor memory card or a magnetic memory card.

Abstract: A read and write system for personal information cards employing a laser. Personal information is recorded on an information medium containing both visual images, such as a face image or fingerprint, and laser recorded data. The visual images are created on a piece of photographic material or eye readable laser recording material. The visual image material is adhered to a surface of a wallet-size card. A strip of laser recordable optical data storage material is also adhered to the card. After the strip is put on the card, a laser records personal information indicia on the strip in situ. The strip may be a reflective material of silver particles in a gelatin matrix, in which recording produces spots having a detectable difference in reflectivity. The card may be coated with a transparent protective laminate material. A laser reader and writer may be used in conjunction with the card and a device for moving the card relative to a laser beam for reading or writing information on the card.

Abstract: A label on which a grid-like pattern of detachable recording spaces is provided. The recording spaces are overprinted with a removeable coating formulated to provide a readily apparent visual contrast with the underlying coated substrate when the coating is removed. The recording spaces are designated to represent events, times of events, or both, by their association with identifying indicia on the label, and the occurrance or non-occurrance of the same is recorded by removing the coating from the appropriate spaces. Other labels incorporating security features are also taught. The label can be modified to meet specific recording needs by detaching and discarding appropriate recording spaces by tearing them from the label along provided perforated lines.

Abstract: A chart is divided into sections representing different times of day and days of the week for providing a space to indicate and document when medication should be taken as well as to indicate if the medication has been taken. A plurality of sets of different distinctively shaped and colored stickers are provided which are clearly visibly distinguishable one set from the other sets. A selected set of stickers is chosen for each medication which is to be taken and the sticker from that set is affixed on the chart on the appropriate day and time as prescribed by the user's doctor. At the same time, the same shaped sticker from that selected set is affixed on the prescription container.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for the disclosure of medical test results or other medical or personal information, with features to maintain the security of the physician-patient relationship. An elongated card having a center portion and opposite, separable wing portions is supplied to the testing physician with patient information encoded on the center section. The physician records the pertinent medical information or test results by severing one of the wing portions to indicate the appropriate information by the presence of the remaining wing portion.

Abstract: An assembly for incorporation in a binder assembly facilitates distribution of free starter sample dosages of prescription pharmaceuticals to patients; in particular, the starter dosage is dispensed by a pharmacist based on a preprinted prescription form completed by a physician; the form includes a control stub which is completed and removed by the pharmacist who then presents it to a control body for reimbursement; the control body collates particulars of sample dosages prescribed.

Abstract: This invention is concerned with a business forms assembly system for medical use, particularly in hospitals, which are capable of being able to record a medical test, for example, a blood test, which assembly comprises a backing sheet with one part of the backing sheet having a transparent sheet secured thereto to provide a bag to contain a medical sample and another part thereof intended to receive information about the medical sample. The system also utilizes a retainer for supporting the bag containing the medical samples.

Abstract: A medication recordkeeping device comprised of a label or sheet with a plurality of characters identifying at least one subject upon which a friably removable mask covering obscures each of the characters. The label or sheet is adapted to be fixedly applied to a medication containing vessel wherein each time an individual unit of medication is consumed, the friable removable mask is removed from a character in order that the underlying subject will be exposed so that a visual recored will be kept of the medication consumed. The characters may be dates, numerals or dosage amounts corresponding to a patient's needs or the particular requirements of a medication.

Abstract: This invention is concerned with a business form assembly for use in hospitals and capable of recording details of a medical test, for example, a blood test. The assembly comprises a forms sheet and a bag capable of receiving a container containing a test sample and having closure means at the mouth of the bag to secure the container in the bag. The bag is secured to the forms sheet by adhesive. The business forms assembly is conveniently mounted on a retainer system comprising a continuous bar with a plurality of removable limbs with the lower limb passing through respective apertures in the assemblies.

Abstract: Personal information is recorded on an information medium containing both visual images, such as a face image or fingerprint, and laser recorded data. The visual images are created on a piece of photographic material or eye readable laser recording material. The visual image material is adhered to a surface of a wallet-size card. A strip of laser recordable optical data storage material is also adhered to the card. After the strip is put on the card, a laser records personal information indicia on the strip in situ. The strip may be a reflective material of silver particles in a gelatin matrix, in which recording produces spots having a detectable difference in reflectivity. The card may be coated with a transparent protective laminate material.

Abstract: A pressure-sensitive pharmaceutical label which cannot be removed with steam or water from a container once the label is applied, the label incorporating a combination of an image-producing self-contained carbonless pressure-sensitive label with an overlaminate having an opaque design on a portion of the surface thereof, such that any information subsequently printed on the overlaminated label will be obscured from view at the position having an opaque design.

Abstract: Permanent identification of patient information including facility where x-rays are performed, the facilities' address, the patients' name, the number of the x-ray and the date of the x-ray, are imprinted on x-ray film using a flash marking system and a special four-sided flash card. The four-sided flash card is so designed that a single card may be used to imprint information regarding four patients. The information written on the flash card with a dark graphite pencil is thus transferred to the x-ray film by means of a light flash which passes thru the card in the area imprinted with patient information and on to the unexposed x-ray film which overlays the imprinted information on the card. Thus the x-ray film is permanently inscribed with the foregoing information.

Abstract: An internally-illuminated medical data card in a credit card format containing a summary of the medical history of the bearer germane to his existing medical condition. The card, which is of laminated construction, includes a plastic core panel having light-transmitting properties, one face of the panel having formed thereon a metallized layer functioning as a double-faced mirror. Mounted on the layer and on the other face of the panel, respectively, are front and rear film transparencies containing medical data in a directly legible scale, the combined data affording the required summary. The long edges and one end of the panel are in a concave formation to define reflective convex terminations whereby light entering the remaining flat end is transmitted through the panel and is reflected by the convex terminations and by the inner face of the mirror to provide multiple internal reflection, causing the light to illuminate the front transparency to enhance its readability.

Abstract: An eye and machine readable medical data, identification and health insurance card provides two "leaves", each of which has two faces upon which data may appear. The leaves, which are card-like members, are interconnected by a self-hinge, and may be folded with respect to each other or made to lie flat. The data includes eye-readable material on the card as well as on a microfilm strip associated with the card, and also machine-readable indicia such as the bearer's medical history, including, if so desired, an electro-cardiogram.

Abstract: A card for microfilm and the like including a core with a cut-out open at an edge thereof and front and back surfaces. Front and back transparent panels are bonded to the front and back core surfaces respectively in covering relation to the cut-out. An opaque security cover is removably secured to one of the front and back panels in covering relation over the cut-out. A pocket is formed by the cut-out between the front and back panels and is adapted to receive a microfilm segment readable through the front panel with the cover removed from the card. A method of forming the card includes the steps of heat laminating the front and back panels against the core front and back surfaces respectively with a microfilm segment and a spacer positioned in the pocket and removably securing the opaque cover to one of the front and back panels in covering relation over the cut-out.

Abstract: A hospital patient medication record card system that includes a medication card mounted to a back support that in turn has a guide member affixed to its bottom edge. The guide member has markings, generally hour numerals, that generally indicate times related to the administration of medication for the patient. A marker member slidably mounted to the guide member can be selectively positioned over the numeral that indicates the time of the administration of the medication.

Abstract: An internally-illuminated medical data card in a credit card format containing a summary of the medical history of the bearer germane to his existing medical condition. The card, which is of laminated construction, includes a core panel formed by front and rear plastic sections having light-transmitting properties, a metallized layer functioning as a double-faced mirror being sandwiched therebetween. Nested in the respective faces of the core sections are front and rear film transparencies containing medical data in a directly legible scale, the combined data affording the required summary. The long edges and one end of each core section are in a concave formation to define reflective convex terminations whereby light entering the remaining flat end is transmitted through the section is reflected by the convex terminations and by the mirror to provide multiple internal reflection, causing the light to illuminate the transparencies to enhance their readability.

Abstract: A booklet containing a multiplicity of multi-page pamphlets is affixed to a bulk container for prescription drugs. Each pamphlet can be removed from the booklet for dispensing with a filled prescription. Each pamphlet serves as a patient package insert. The booklet may also contain a professional insert which is removable in a similar fashion.