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Patient Down.

Author: In Touch,
Year: 2002
Type: Web Page

Abstract:

Pioneer Medical Systems introduces the Patient Down system for the elderly and infirm, especially for those living alone. It is a ''smart" transmitter that electronically senses changes in body attitude, measures the force of impact and automatically signals for help, even if user is unconscious, disoriented, or otherwise unable to push the help button.


Further Details

Volume 2004
Issue 18 February
Accession Number 18.2.04
Keywords North America, older, safety improvement, assistive device, telecommunication

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