Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an instrument for analyzing an input signal. The instrument comprises an input for receiving an input signal, a processing circuit or module for analyzing the input signal received, a display, such as a display module, for displaying information concerning the input signal analyzed, and a user input module for receiving instructions from a user. The instrument provides several functionalities, the several functionalities each being associated with at least one respective complexity. The instrument is set by the instructions of the user via the user input to analyze the input signal. The processing module evaluates a complexity of the instructions of the user.

Abstract: A protector for a venepuncture site having a flexible base with peripherally extending taping tabs for adhesively securing the protector about the venepuncture site. An openable transparent shield or cover is hinged to the base to provide acces to the site. The opposite ends of the base form openings or bridge sections which allow IV tubing to pass between the base and the patient. The cover is provided with aperture to access tubing for temporary or short time infusions.