Although the problems involved in effective alarm management are widely understood, there is no clear consensus on how to solve them. For now, the best way to begin addressing the problem is through a program of institutional risk reduction.
Read MoreCovidien’s INVOSA cerebral oximetry system is now compatible with Nuvon, which integrates patient data from medical devices to electronic medical record (EMR) systems. Covidien now has multiple product lines that communicate with Nuvon.
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Successfully integrating data from medical devices into existing electronic health record systems requires close collaboration with vendors and informed decision-making.
Read MoreThe manufacturer’s recall of approximately 19,200 Philips Respironics V60 ventilators has been given the Class I designation by FDA, indicating "reasonable probability … [of] serious adverse health consequences."
Read MoreThe vulnerability could be exploited to potentially change critical settings and/or modify device firmware on devices including: Surgical and anesthesia devices, ventilators, drug infusion pumps, external defibrillators, and patient monitors.
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