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Methods for validating patient identity

US8676285B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 28, 2010
Grant dateMar 18, 2014
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Expiry dateDec 31, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2230/42
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

This disclosure describes systems and methods for monitoring a patient on a ventilator-oximeter system. The disclosure describes a novel approach determining if the oximeter and the ventilator are attached to the same patient and if not providing a warning.

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