Device for monitoring a patient who is confined to bed

Abstract

Abstract 1383594 Movement detection switches SIEMENS AG 9 Feb 1972 [10 Feb 1971] 6147/72 Heading H1N A movement detection switch for mounting on a patient is in the form of a capsule which may be attached to the upper part of the patient by its base 9. The capsule is hollow and contains a globule 10 of mercury which can bridge alternative sets of contacts such as at 12 or 13. Contacts at different voltages can be connected by wires 14 to a counting and recording device (Fig. 1, not shown) controlling evaluating means, alarm device, computer and indicator means to evaluate the patient's movements and the frequency thereof.

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