Patterson Medical Deluxe Alarm Monitor and Sensor Pad Set

Features

• Deluxe Alarm Monitor features:
  - Voice record
  - Tone switch
  - Nurse call jack
  - AC adapter interface
  - Pad connect LED indicator
  - Alarm LED indicator
  - Low battery LED indicator
  - Reset button
  -Hi/Lo silent switch
  - 0/1sec/2sec delay switch
• Sensor Pad Connect (green flash): Indicates that the alarm and pad have been connected and the alarm system is ready to use. Green flash goes off when the pad is lost, not there, or faulty
• Low Battery Alert (amber flash): If the light is flashing, replace the battery immediately
• Alarm Alert (red flash): The patient has moved off the pad and needs assistance
• The battery compartment cover slides then snap in and includes: a mounting strap, mounting hardware, and a 9V battery
• The reset button needs to be pressed 3 times in 2 seconds to reset the alarm. This helps to prevent patient tampering
• Switch inside the battery compartment that can be positioned to NC to activate the nurse call feature. The alarm does not sound in the room but will signal at the nurse's station
• Unit is easy to move from wheelchairs to beds with the included strap or optional bed bracket clip
• State-of-the-art technology ensures patient safety and meets required protocols
• Unique status lights give caregivers peace of mind
• Sensor pad:
  - Set-up instructions are printed right on the pad as well as a location to record the initial date of use
  - Three types of sensor pads:
  • 90-day Use: Ideal for hospitals and patients who have a short-term stay
  • 180-day Use: Useful for most rehab stays because of its durability
  • 1-year Use: Long-term stays or at-home use benefit from this most-durable pad

More Information

Precautions:

• The monitor and sensor pads are not a substitute for visual monitoring. The system DOES alert caregivers of potential risks, but it DOES NOT prevent falls. The monitor also indicates when a patient needs assistance.
• Use the system as part of your overall fall protection program, and set up protocols such as logging the date the sensor pad is first used. This date should be indicated on the pad itself and the patient's records. If someone else uses the sensor pad, the first date of use should be recorded in that patient's chart.
• Assess each patient or resident to determine whether he or she will be uncooperative and possibly thwart the alarm system.
• Ensure the monitoring system is working before each use. Double-check the instructions for the sensor pad such as making sure the pad is flat at all times. Other precautions about sensor pads include the possibility that they have been exposed to moisture and excessive wear and tear on the pads or cords.
• Make sure sensor pad air intake (neck of chair or over-mattress sensor pad) is clear and not blocked. Air must flow freely in and out of the sensor pad for the alarm to function. Make sure liquid does not enter the neck of the sensor pad, as this will damage it. If needed, use an incontinence pad to protect the sensor pad from urine or other liquids.
• To make the system most effective, respond to alerts immediately.
• The sensor pads (and thus the monitor) are not effective for users who weigh less than 70 lbs.

Monitor Setup:

• Slide the battery compartment to open it, and install the 9V alkaline battery included. Set the volume, tone, and delay inside the battery compartment. Once controls are set, slide the compartment cover closed until it snaps shut.
• To attach to a wheelchair or bed, thread the chair strap (included) through the bracket on the back of the monitor.
• Connect the sensor pad plug into the Pad Jack on the bottom of the monitor. (The alarm will be activated if the sensor pad plug is disconnected from the jack.)
• Before each use, test the system. Do this by firmly pressing down on the sensor pad for two seconds. Remove the pressure and the red flash should show on the monitor's indicator, at the same time the alarm tone or voice message should activate.
• After testing, reset the monitor by pressing the reset button 3 times within 2 seconds. If possible test the system with the patient sitting or lying on the sensor pad. When pressure is put back on the sensor pad, the alarm signal will automatically go off as long as the system is working properly. This procedure reminds the patient to stay on the sensor pad and alerts the caregiver that there is a risk of the patient falling.

Check alerts before and during use:

• The green flash stays on when the pad is connected properly. The green flash goes off when the pad is lost, not there, or faulty.
• Amber flash indicates that the battery is low.
• A red flash and alarm tone or recording indicates that the patient has moved off the pad or is standing.

Nurse Call Feature:

• Depending on what nurse call system the facility has (normal close or normal open), the NC or NO switch inside the battery compartment needs to be selected.
• Simply slide the switch to either one to see which one will work with your nurse call system.
• Test function of monitor and pad before using with a patient.
• Use a gentle touch to handle plugs and cords.
• If cord is pulled too tightly, it can be damaged and cause the system to malfunction.

How to Record Voice Message:

• First decide on a message that is less than 15 seconds long. Locate the Record button and Microphone inside the battery compartment. Position the monitor 10€š to 12€š from your mouth, then press and hold the Record Button; speak slowly and enunciate words so the message will be clear. Release the button, listen to the message and re-record if necessary.

Warnings:

• Before each use: check to see if the battery is low. If the low battery light on the front of the monitor is flashing, replace the 9V alkaline battery immediately. Also, verify that the mounting clip of the monitor is securely attached to the chair or bed. Only use the Patterson Medical AC Adapter approved for use with this product.
• Do Not immerse the monitor or sensor pad in water or liquid. If the pad accidentally gets wet, replace it immediately.
• Inspect the security of the connection at the Nurse Call Jack on the Standard and Deluxe models.