Infusion device with audible data output
AssigneeAlaris Medical Systems, Inc.
InventorDavid L. Davis
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Abstract
A small, portable infusion device for ambulatory use by a patient includes an audible enunciator integrated circuit chip. This chip is controlled by a microprocessor to provide output data to an operator, and to work in place of, or in association with a visual output display, such as an LCD screen. The audible data output permits a remote clinician to monitor operation of the pump, and diagnose and correct problems with the pump's operation.
Claims13
A system for monitoring an ambulatory infusion pump comprising:
- an ambulatory infusion pump;
- a plurality of verbal messages stored such that they can be audibly accessed;
- a control panel on the infusion pump;
- and
- means for audibly accessing the plurality of stored messages when the control panel is manipulated.
A method of monitoring an ambulatory infusion pump comprising the steps of:
- providing an ambulatory infusion pump having a control panel and a storage device containing a plurality of stored verbal messages such that the verbal messages can be audibly accessed;
- manipulating the control panel such that the verbal messages are audibly accessed;
- and
- listening to the audible verbal messages.
A method of reprogramming an infusion pump from a remote location comprising the steps of:
- providing an ambulatory infusion pump having a control panel;
- providing a plurality of stored verbal messages audibly accessible by the control panel;
- providing a standard telephone;
- manipulating the control panel by a first individual in the location of the infusion pump such that the verbal messages are audibly accessed;
- transmitting the verbal messages to a remote location using the standard telephone;
- responding to the verbal messages by a second individual in the remote location instructing the first individual how to manipulate the control panel;
- and
- manipulating the control panel by the second individual;
- whereby the manipulation of the control panel results in a new program for the infusion pump.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.