Mattress cover sensor method
US11684529B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 10, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jun 27, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G2203/46
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A patient support apparatus includes a cushion, a cover arranged over a top side of the cushion, and a sensor unit. The sensor unit is coupled to the cover and arranged to underlie a patient supported on the cover. The sensor unit includes a sensor configured to detect conditions near the interface of a patient's skin with the cover.
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