Multi-workstation computer display support structure for reducing EHR-related medical errors occurring during inter-professional patient rounds
US11841109B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 28, 2020 |
| Grant date | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 15, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16M11/42
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method using a specially configured computer display support structure reduces occurrences of medical errors by facilitating real-time, synchronous review of medical data by rounding professionals during patient rounds. The support structure includes an upright column assembly that has a column assembly base and six sides. Mounting brackets fixed to non-contiguous sides of the column assembly receive back plates of a system device mounting assembly, each of which includes a pivot arm that receives a system device arm. The system device arm is pivotable at opposing ends and terminates in a coupling member at its distal end. The coupling member is connected to a video display that has an angularly positionable display screen. In some embodiments, a keyboard tray, on which a keyboard and computer mouse rest, is connected to the coupling member.
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