Abstract: There are provided systems and methods for reading identification information and storing identification information in a medical device. More specifically, in one embodiment, there is provided a method for accessing a medical device, the method including reading identification information from an identification tag and storing identification information in the medical device as patient information of a patient identification system. Medical devices having a reader and patient identification system are also disclosed.

Abstract: Various embodiments may provide methods and systems capable of evaluating physiological parameter data. The methods and systems may include a receiver capable of collecting a signal representative of a physiological status of a patient, a plurality of data analysis components, wherein each of the plurality of data analysis components is capable of generating a metric based on the signal, and an arbitrator communicatively coupled to each of the plurality of data analysis components and capable of generating a single metric from the metrics generated by the plurality of data analysis components.

Abstract: A system and method for producing statistics based on combinations of data indicative of an identity of one or more persons within a vehicle, product identity data indicative of products within the vehicle, global positioning system data indicative of position and time information of the vehicle, and radio parameter information indicative of usage of a radio within the vehicle.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to monitoring systems. One embodiment includes a monitoring system comprising a monitor configured to receive input relating to patient physiological parameters and to store historical data related to the parameters. Further, the system comprises a screen configured to display the historical data corresponding to the patient physiological parameters, and a display control feature configured to automatically find and display an event in the historical data on the screen when the display control feature is activated.

Abstract: There are provided systems and methods for reading identification information and storing identification information in a medical device. More specifically, in one embodiment, there is provided a method for accessing a medical device, the method including reading identification information from an identification tag and storing identification information in the medical device as patient information of a patient identification system. Medical devices having a reader and patient identification system are also disclosed.

Abstract: Present embodiments are directed to a system and method capable of detecting and graphically indicating physiologic patterns in patient data. For example, present embodiments may include a monitoring system that includes a monitor capable of receiving input relating to patient physiological parameters and storing historical data related to the parameters. Additionally, the monitoring system may include a screen capable of displaying the historical data corresponding to the patient physiological parameters. Further, the monitoring system may include a pattern detection feature capable of analyzing the historical data to detect a physiologic pattern in a segment of the historical data and capable of initiating a graphical indication of the segment on the screen when the physiologic pattern is present in the segment.

Abstract: There are provided systems and methods for user interface and identification in a medical device. More specifically, in one embodiment, there is provided a method for accessing a medical device, the method comprising detecting an identification tag, reading identification information from the identification tag, determining if a person corresponding to the identification information has been approved to access the medical device, and if the person has been approved, granting access to the medical device.

Abstract: There are provided systems and methods for user interface and identification in a medical device. More specifically, in one embodiment, there is provided a method for controlling a medical device, the method comprising receiving a gesture, processing the received gesture, comparing the processed gesture to a gesture database comprising a plurality of gestures and a plurality of commands for the medical device corresponding to each of the plurality of gestures, identifying one of the plurality of commands from the gesture database corresponding to the received gesture, and executing the command.

Abstract: The present disclosure may describe a system and method for displaying detailed information about a patient at a time selectable from a trend line of historic data. For example, the patient's SpO2, pulse rate, status, and so forth may be recorded over time. One or more trend lines of the recorded data over time may be displayed, and a user may select a point of interest from the trend line. Detailed data corresponding to that point of interest may then be displayed, for example, next to the trend line or on a separate screen. The detailed information may appear in the form of a pop-up box that does not obscure the trend line. In embodiments, the user may select the data point by moving a cursor or placing a pointing device on the trend line. The detailed information may be displayed automatically or may be activated by further user action.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a system and method for facilitating user input of alarm settings for a patient monitor. In various embodiments, a pulse oximetry monitor may include a graphical user interface (GUI) which is capable of displaying a graph of blood oxygen saturation percentage over time. The system may be capable of allowing a user to enter an alarm threshold value and/or an alarm integration threshold value. The alarm threshold value may be displayed as a line on the graph, and the alarm integration threshold value may be displayed as a shaded area on the graph. The GUI may include an indicator of where an alarm would be initiated given the graph, the input alarm threshold value, and/or the alarm integration threshold value. The disclosed GUI may provide the user with a clear illustration of how the alarm threshold value and alarm integration threshold value may affect the alarm.

Abstract: There are provided systems and methods for user interface and identification in a medical device. More specifically, in one embodiment, there is provided a method for accessing a medical device, the method comprising detecting an identification tag, reading identification information from the identification tag, determining if a person corresponding to the identification information has been approved to access the medical device, and if the person has been approved, granting access to the medical device.

Abstract: There are provided systems and methods for user interface and identification in a medical device. More specifically, in one embodiment, there is provided a method for controlling a medical device, the method comprising receiving a gesture, processing the received gesture, comparing the processed gesture to a gesture database comprising a plurality of gestures and a plurality of commands for the medical device corresponding to each of the plurality of gestures, identifying one of the plurality of commands from the gesture database corresponding to the received gesture, and executing the command.

Abstract: There are provided systems and methods for user interface and identification in a medical device. More specifically, in one embodiment, there is provided a pulse oximeter comprising a main unit configured to perform a medical function, and a display coupled to the main unit, the display configured to detect external contact by a stylus with a screen of the display, determine a location on the screen of the contact, wherein the location of the contact corresponds to a command for the medical device, and transmit the command corresponding to the location to the main unit.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to monitoring systems. One embodiment includes a monitoring system comprising a monitor configured to receive input relating to patient physiological parameters and to store historical data related to the parameters. Further, the system comprises a screen configured to display the historical data corresponding to the patient physiological parameters, and a display control feature configured to automatically find and display an event in the historical data on the screen when the display control feature is activated.

Abstract: There are provided systems and methods for user interface and identification in a medical device. More specifically, in one embodiment, there is provided medical system comprising a main unit configured to perform a medical function, the main unit comprising a wireless receiver, wherein the main unit is configured to execute commands received by the wireless receiver, and a personal digital assistant (“PDA”) configured to transmit a command to the main unit.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for preventing unwanted wireless networking data communications includes: a) generating at least one protocol data unit in an apparatus; b) ignoring one or more wireless data transmission signals in the predefined area; and c) transmitting the protocol data unit from the apparatus to the predefined area, whereby a first communications device situated within the predefined area and configured to wirelessly receive the protocol data unit is prevented from transferring data with a second communications device. Furthermore, the protocol data unit is transmitted in a wireless data packet, wherein the wireless data packet conforms to a wireless communication protocol utilized by the first communications device and the second communications device. The apparatus is also configured to transmit the protocol data unit to multiple channels within the channel spectrum utilized by the wireless communication protocol.

Abstract: Inventory maintenance is improved for a system of one or more vending machines by providing one or more vending machines with unique identifiers, and means for collecting and transmitting information concerning goods dispensed and other status to a remote location where processing means provide an efficient service schedule.

Abstract: Inventory maintenance is improved for a system of one or more vending machines by providing one or more vending machines with unique identifiers, and means for collecting and transmitting information concerning goods dispensed and other status to a remote location where processing means provide an efficient service schedule.

Abstract: Inventory maintenance is improved for a system of one or more vending machines by providing one or more vending machines with unique identifiers, and means for collecting and transmitting information concerning goods dispensed and other status to a remote location where processing means provide an efficient service schedule.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for controlling and monitoring pickup of packages deposited in a system of drop boxes, wherein each such drop box is adapted to receive a plurality of packages through a door, includes a drop sensor which is adapted to sense the deposit of a package through the door, means for communicating a plurality of signals indicative of the deposit of such package through the door, and a power supply which is operatively coupled to the drop sensor and communicating means for providing a source of power thereto. The drop sensor generally comprises means for passively detecting the passage of packages, and means for generating the plurality of signals indicative of the deposit of such packages through the door. Such plurality of signals include a signal to indicate that the drop box is approaching a "full box" condition, a signal to indicate that the drop box is at such "full box" condition, and a "pickup" signal to indicate that the courier has completed his daily rounds.