Program, portable information terminal, system and method for notifying activation of an automated external defibrillator

Abstract

A program executed in a portable information terminal (100) including a processor, the program causing the processor to execute: a detection step of detecting presence or absence of an automatic external defibrillator in an activated state based on presence or absence of a wireless signal transmitted from the automatic external defibrillator, wherein the wireless signal is detectable in accordance with activation of the automatic external defibrillator having a wireless communication module; and a first transmission step of transmitting notification information for notifying of activation of the automatic external defibrillator to a management computer (200) when the automatic external defibrillator in the activated state has been detected.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to procedures, portable information terminals, systems, and methods for notifying the activation of an automated external defibrillator. Background Technology

[0002] For example, when an automated external defibrillator (hereinafter also referred to as "AED") has been used for rescue, the AED user may want to contact the administrator who manages the AED, the emergency medical team, etc. (hereinafter also referred to as "administrator, etc.") by phone or other means to notify the administrator, etc. that the rescue has been carried out using the AED.

[0003] For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a system in which an activated AED acts as a primary actor communicating with a user-owned mobile terminal to automatically launch software on the mobile terminal, thereby prompting the user to make a telephone call to EMS (Emergency Medical Services) on the mobile terminal's screen.

[0004] Reference List

[0005] Patent documents

[0006] Patent Document 1: JP-T-2020-503920 Summary of the Invention

[0007] Technical issues

[0008] In the system disclosed in Patent Document 1, the activated AED, i.e., the AED used for rescue operations, detects a connectable mobile terminal and establishes a communication connection with the mobile terminal. This means there is still room to reduce the load on the AED. Furthermore, the user sends a notification to the EMS themselves. Therefore, there is also room for improvement in ensuring more reliable notification delivery.

[0009] The purpose of this disclosure is to provide a procedure, portable information terminal, system, and method for notifying an automated external defibrillator (AED) of activation, which enables the procedure to more reliably contact an administrator, etc., regarding the activation of the AED even without a communication connection with the activated AED.

[0010] Solution to the problem

[0011] According to a first aspect of this disclosure, a program is provided that executes in a portable information terminal including a processor, such that the program causes the processor to perform:

[0012] The detection step involves detecting the presence or absence of an activated automated external defibrillator (AED) based on the presence or absence of a wireless signal transmitted from the AED, wherein the wireless signal can be detected upon activation of the AED having a wireless communication module; and

[0013] The first sending step involves sending a notification message to the management computer when the automated external defibrillator (AED) is detected to be in the activated state.

[0014] According to a second aspect of this disclosure, a portable information terminal is provided, the portable information terminal comprising:

[0015] A detector that detects the presence or absence of an activated automated external defibrillator (AED) based on the presence or absence of a wireless signal transmitted from the AED, wherein the wireless signal can be detected upon activation of the AED having a wireless communication module; and

[0016] When the first transmitter detects that the automated external defibrillator is in the activated state, the first transmitter sends a notification message to the management computer notifying the management computer of the activation of the automated external defibrillator.

[0017] According to a third aspect of this disclosure, a system is provided, comprising one or more portable information terminals and a management computer capable of communicating with the portable information terminals, wherein:

[0018] Each of the portable information terminals includes:

[0019] A detector that detects the presence or absence of an activated automated external defibrillator (AED) based on the presence or absence of a wireless signal transmitted from the AED, wherein the wireless signal can be detected upon activation of the AED having a wireless communication module; and

[0020] When a first transmitter detects that the automated external defibrillator (AED) is in the activated state, the first transmitter sends a notification message to the management computer indicating that the AED is activated; and

[0021] The management computer includes:

[0022] A receiver that receives the notification information sent by the first transmitter; and

[0023] A third transmitter, upon receiving the notification information, sends the predetermined information to any computer device.

[0024] According to a fourth aspect of this disclosure, a method for notifying the activation of an automated external defibrillator is provided, the method being executed in a portable information terminal including a processor, such that the method causes the processor to perform:

[0025] The detection step involves detecting the presence or absence of an activated automated external defibrillator (AED) based on the presence or absence of a wireless signal transmitted from the AED, wherein the wireless signal can be detected upon activation of the AED having a wireless communication module; and

[0026] The first sending step involves sending a notification message to the management computer when the automated external defibrillator (AED) is detected to be in the activated state.

[0027] Beneficial effects of the present invention

[0028] Based on the aforementioned configuration, a program, portable information terminal, system, and method can be provided for notifying an automated external defibrillator (AED) of activation. Even without a communication connection with the activated AED, the program can more reliably contact an administrator or similar entity regarding the fact that the AED has been activated. Attached Figure Description

[0029] Figure 1 This is a block diagram illustrating an example configuration of a system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0030] Figure 2 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an example of the operation of a system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0031] Figure 3 This is a flowchart illustrating an example of an action process performed in a system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0032] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating an example of an action process performed in a system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0033] Reference tag list

[0034] 1: Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

[0035] 10: Controller (Wireless Communication Module)

[0036] 100: Portable Information Terminal

[0037] 110: Controller (Processor)

[0038] 120: Memory

[0039] 121: Program

[0040] 200: Management Computer

[0041] 300: Computer Equipment

[0042] 400: System Detailed Implementation

[0043] Embodiments of this disclosure will now be described by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. Even in different drawings, the same or equivalent elements will be designated by the same reference numerals or names respectively, and therefore repeated descriptions will be appropriately omitted.

[0044] System configuration

[0045] First, we will use Figure 1 The configuration of system 400 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is described. Figure 1 This is a block diagram illustrating an example configuration of system 400. System 400 may include one or more automated external defibrillators (AEDs) 1, portable information terminals 100, management computers 200, and computer equipment 300.

[0046] In system 400, portable information terminal 100 detects that AED 1 is active and sends a notification message to management computer 200 indicating that AED 1 is activated. Furthermore, management computer 200 sends predetermined information to computer device 300 as needed. The corresponding devices that may be included in system 400 and the corresponding processors constituting these devices will be described in detail below.

[0047] AED

[0048] Each AED 1 is equipped with a controller 10, a memory 20, an operation receiver 30, a display unit 40, a speaker 50, a high-voltage generator 60, a pad connector 70, a power supply 80, and a wireless communication device 90. AED 1 can be a portable AED or a stationary AED. Incidentally, preferably, AED 1 does not have a GPS sensor.

[0049] The controller 10 reads and executes programs stored in the memory 20 to control various actions of the AED1. The controller 10 has a processor such as a CPU (central processing unit), a memory such as ROM (read-only memory) or RAM (random access memory), an A / D converter, etc.

[0050] The controller 10 controls various actions used for life-saving, such as energy charging and discharging control, sequence control, A / D conversion, and electrocardiogram analysis. Additionally, the controller 10 controls the execution of the AED 1's self-test. During the self-test, for example, the controller 10 checks the status of the circuitry used to control life-saving actions, the power supply 80, the defibrillator pad (not shown) connected to the pad connector 70, etc., to confirm whether they are normal or abnormal.

[0051] Furthermore, controller 10 can be used as a wireless communication module. For example, controller 10 performs the sending / receiving of information to / from other devices such as portable information terminal 100 via wireless communication device 90. At predetermined times, such as after a series of life-saving operations have been completed or after a self-test has ended, controller 10 can send physiological information, such as electrocardiogram data of the person in need of rescue, to whom life-saving operations have been applied, or the results of a self-test to portable information terminal 100 or another computer.

[0052] The memory 20 stores the procedures, audio data, adjustment values, electrocardiogram data during life-saving operations, self-test results, etc., required for the operation of the AED 1. The memory 20 may include, for example, an auxiliary storage device, such as a hard disk. A portion of the memory 20 may be an external storage device that can be detachably attached to the AED 1.

[0053] The operation receiver 30 accepts operation input from the user of AED 1. The operation receiver 30 may include a power button for activating AED 1, a check button for initiating a self-test, and a shock button for delivering a shock. Incidentally, for example, AED 1 enters an activated state by pressing the power button or check button while AED 1 is powered off, or by opening the cover of AED 1. The activated state refers to the state in which AED 1 can perform life-saving procedures (such as providing voice guidance, detecting defibrillation pad attachment, detecting an electrocardiogram, and delivering defibrillation shock energy).

[0054] The display unit 40 may include an indicator for displaying self-test results, a liquid crystal display for displaying instructions as graphics or characters to the user of AED1, a display for displaying electrocardiogram signals, etc. Additionally, the display unit 40 may be equipped with a touch panel or may also function as an operation receiver 30.

[0055] The speaker 50 refers to the audio data stored in the memory 20 and issues various commands to the user of the AED 1 via voice. In addition, when an anomaly is detected through self-testing, the speaker 50 emits a warning sound to notify the user of the abnormality.

[0056] The high-voltage generator 60 performs the charging and discharging of energy for defibrillation according to a control signal from the controller 10. A pad connector 70 is connected to the defibrillation pad. The energy released by the high-voltage generator 60 is transmitted to the person in need of rescue via the pad connector 70 and the defibrillation pad. Additionally, the defibrillation pad acquires the electrocardiogram (ECG) signal of the person in need of rescue. The ECG signal is filtered and amplified, for example, before being sent to the controller 10.

[0057] The power supply 80 includes a battery. The power supply 80 converts the power supplied from the battery into the required voltage and supplies the power to the aforementioned processor.

[0058] The wireless communication device 90 is an interface that enables wireless communication with other devices such as the portable information terminal 100. When the AED 1 is activated, wireless signals are transmitted from the wireless communication device 90 to the outside. Here, "wireless signal" refers to, for example, an audio signal such as a DTMF (Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency) signal, a light signal such as an infrared beacon signal, or a radio signal such as a radio beacon signal. Incidentally, when the wireless signal is an audio signal, the speaker 50 can be used as the wireless communication device 90.

[0059] Preferably, for example, first identification information capable of individually identifying AED 1 is included in the wireless signal. Additionally, it is preferred that the wireless signal is a radio signal. Preferably, the wireless communication device 90 conforms to a radio communication standard such as a wireless LAN (Local Area Network) standard or a Bluetooth (registered trademark) standard. In this case, the wireless communication device 90 forms part of a wireless LAN module, Bluetooth module, etc. Therefore, a network identifier such as an SSID (Service Set Identifier) ​​capable of individually identifying AED 1, or a radio beacon containing first identification information such as an identifier for AED 1, is transmitted from the wireless communication device 90 as a wireless signal.

[0060] Portable information terminal

[0061] The portable information terminal 100 includes a controller 110, a memory 120, an operation receiver 130, a display unit 140, a sensor unit 150, and a communicator 190. These components are interconnected via an internal bus. The portable information terminal 100 is not limited, as long as it is a portable terminal device. For example, the portable information terminal 100 can be a smartphone, a tablet computer, or a wearable terminal.

[0062] The controller 110 includes a processor such as a CPU and a memory such as ROM or RAM. The controller 110 controls various operations of the portable information terminal 100. The memory 120 stores programs or data required for the various operations of the portable information terminal 100. In this embodiment, the memory 120 stores a program 121 for detecting the activation of the AED 1 to notify the management computer 200 of the activation of the AED 1, and registration information 122 that can be used in the program 121. The program 121 may be pre-installed in the portable information terminal 100 or may be distributed as an application.

[0063] The operation receiver 130 accepts operations input from the user of the portable information terminal 100. The operation receiver 130 may be composed of physical buttons, a touch panel, etc. The display unit 140 may be composed of a liquid crystal display or an organic EL (Electroluminescence) display for displaying various information. Alternatively, the display unit 140 may be a touch panel or may also be used as the operation receiver 130.

[0064] Sensor unit 150 includes a sensor for measuring the location information of portable information terminal 100. A GPS (Global Positioning System) sensor is listed as a specific example of such a sensor.

[0065] The communicator 190 is an interface that enables communication with other devices. The communicator 190 is an interface that conforms to the standards for wireless signals transmitted from the AED 1. Furthermore, the communicator 190 enables communication with the management computer 200 via a communication network.

[0066] The various actions of controller 110 will be described in detail below. Controller 110 reads and executes program 121 to be used as register 111, detector 112, acquirer 113 and transmitter / receiver 114.

[0067] Register 111 stores the second identification information as registration information 122 in memory 120. This second identification information is used to individually identify the AED 1 set as a detection target. The second identification information is the same as or corresponds to the first identification information described above. Additionally, register 111 can store the individual information of the AED 1 set as a detection target, the individual information of the portable information terminal 100, and the individual information of the user of the portable information terminal 100 as registration information 122 in memory 120. Here, "individual information" refers to, for example, the model number of the portable information terminal 100, the terminal identification number, or the user's individual information.

[0068] Detector 112 detects the presence or absence of the aforementioned wireless signal, which can be detected based on the fact that AED 1 has been activated, to determine whether AED 1 is in an active state. Detector 112 determines that AED 1 is in an active state when the aforementioned wireless signal is detected.

[0069] When the wireless communication device 90 corresponds to a wireless LAN module, the detector 112 detects the SSID and other identifiers included in the radio beacon transmitted from the wireless communication device 90. When the wireless communication device 90 corresponds to a Bluetooth module, the detector 112 detects the AED 1 identifier and other identifiers included in the radio beacon transmitted from the wireless communication device 90. Furthermore, when the wireless signal is an audio signal or an optical signal, the detector 112 detects the presence or absence of a specific signal that has been pre-set.

[0070] The detector 112 can detect only a specific AED 1 by comparing the detected first identification information with the second identification information registered in the registration information 122. Preferably, the time interval for the detector 112 to perform the detection action can be set according to the user's expectations of the portable information terminal 100. The detector 112 detects the presence or absence of a wireless signal at predetermined time intervals, such as thirty seconds, one minute, five minutes, ten minutes, etc.

[0071] When detector 112 has detected an activated AED 1, acquirer 113 acquires the location information of portable information terminal 100. Location information is acquired using a GPS sensor or similar device included in sensor unit 150. Additionally, when detector 112 has detected an activated AED 1, acquirer 113 can acquire individual information stored in registration information 122.

[0072] Transmitter / receiver 114 performs the function of sending information to / receiving information from another device. Transmitter / receiver 114 receives the aforementioned wireless signals from AED 1 via communicator 190. Additionally, transmitter / receiver 114 can receive physiological information, such as electrocardiogram data of a person in need of rescue or the results of a self-test.

[0073] Additionally, when detector 112 detects that AED 1 is in an active state, transmitter / receiver 114 sends a notification message to management computer 200 regarding the activation of AED 1. Location information and / or individual information already acquired by acquirer 113 may be included in the notification message. Furthermore, transmitter / receiver 114 may receive information from management computer 200. Management computer 200, as the destination, can be explicitly set via the operation receiver 130 of portable information terminal 100.

[0074] Managing computers

[0075] The management computer 200 includes a controller 210, a memory 220, an operation receiver 230, a display unit 240, and a communicator 290. The components are interconnected via an internal bus. The management computer 200 is a computer that manages information transmitted from one or more portable information terminals 100.

[0076] Controller 210 includes a processor such as a CPU and a memory such as ROM or RAM. Controller 210 controls various actions of the management computer 200. Controller 210 also functions as a transmitter / receiver 214. Transmitter / receiver 214 performs the sending / receiving of various information to / from the portable information terminal 100 and the computer device 300. Specifically, transmitter / receiver 214 receives notification information (which may include location information and / or individual information), physiological information of a person in need of rescue, and information about self-test results sent from transmitter / receiver 114. Furthermore, transmitter / receiver 214 sends predetermined information to computer device 300 as needed. For example, physiological information of a person in need of rescue or location information received as notification information may be included in the predetermined information.

[0077] The memory 220 stores programs or data required for various operations of the management computer 200. The operation receiver 230 accepts operations input from the user of the management computer 200. The display unit 240 can be a liquid crystal display (LCD) or an organic EL display (OLED) that displays various information. Alternatively, the display unit 240 can be a touch panel or can also be used as the operation receiver 230. The communicator 290 is an interface that enables communication with another device. The communicator 290 enables communication with the portable information terminal 100 and the computer device 300 via a communication network.

[0078] Computer equipment

[0079] Computer device 300 includes a controller 310, a memory 320, an operation receiver 330, a display unit 340, and a communicator 390. The components are interconnected via an internal bus. Computer device 300 is, for example, a computer installed in a medical facility such as a hospital.

[0080] The controller 310 includes a processor such as a CPU and a memory such as ROM or RAM. The controller 310 controls various operations of the computer device 300. The controller 310 also functions as a transmitter / receiver 314. The transmitter / receiver 314 performs the sending / receiving of various information to / from the management computer 200. Specifically, the transmitter / receiver 314 receives predetermined information sent from the transmitter / receiver 214. Furthermore, the transmitter / receiver 314 can send information to the management computer 200 as needed.

[0081] The memory 320 stores programs or data required for various operations of the computer device 300. The operation receiver 330 accepts operations input from the user of the computer device 300. The display unit 340 can be a liquid crystal display (LCD) or an organic EL display (OLED) that displays various information. Alternatively, the display unit 340 can be a touch panel or can also be used as the operation receiver 330. The communicator 390 is an interface that enables communication with another device. The communicator 390 enables communication with the computer device 300 via a communication network.

[0082] System action examples

[0083] The following describes an example of the actions of system 400. Figure 2 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an example of the operation of system 400. Figure 2 The system 400 shown includes AED 1A to AED 1D (hereinafter collectively referred to as "AED 1"), portable information terminal 100, management computer 200 and computer equipment 300.

[0084] There are no particular restrictions on the users of System 400. However, as an example, the following description assumes that the administrator of the sports event is a user of System 400. In this example, the management computer 200 may be installed in the emergency headquarters of the sports event, etc. Furthermore, the user of the portable information terminal 100 is an emergency responder deployed anywhere at the sports event. The portable information terminal 100 may be a smartphone carried by the emergency responder. Additionally, some emergency responders carrying a portable AED 1 may be users U of the AED 1. One of the users U of the AED 1 and the user of the portable information terminal 100 may be the same person.

[0085] exist Figure 2 In the example, user U activates AED 1A to rescue person P who needs rescue. In this state, AED 1A transmits the aforementioned wireless signal to the surrounding environment. Portable information terminal 100 detects AED 1A activated around portable information terminal 100 at set time intervals.

[0086] exist Figure 2 In this example, the detection interval is one minute, as displayed on display unit 140. Display unit 140 is a touch panel. The detection interval can be changed by touching display unit 140. Incidentally, the detection of AED 1 can be paused by operating the operation key on the right side of the location indicating "AED Power Check" on display unit 140.

[0087] The range within which the portable information terminal 100 can detect each AED 1 is the range reachable by the wireless signal transmitted by each AED 1. When the wireless signal is a wireless LAN-based radio beacon, the range reachable by the wireless signal is, for example, a circle with a radius of approximately 100m from the AED 1. Alternatively, when the wireless signal is a Bluetooth-based radio beacon, the range reachable by the wireless signal is, for example, a circle with a radius of approximately 10m from the AED 1.

[0088] exist Figure 2 In the example, AED 1A is within range of the wireless signal detected by portable information terminal 100. Therefore, portable information terminal 100 detects that AED 1A has been activated. Incidentally, at this stage, portable information terminal 100 only detects the wireless signal and does not establish a communication connection between AED 1A and portable information terminal 100. The communication connection between AED 1A and portable information terminal 100 can be established, for example, at a predetermined time, such as after AED 1A has completed a series of life-saving operations.

[0089] AEDs 1B to 1D are also present within the range where the portable information terminal 100 can detect wireless signals. However, since AEDs 1B to 1D are not activated and do not transmit wireless signals, they are not detected. Furthermore, suppose the portable information terminal 100 is configured to detect only a specific AED 1 corresponding to the second identification information already registered in registration information 122, and AEDs 1B to 1D are not set as detection targets. In this case, even if AEDs 1B to 1D are activated, the portable information terminal 100 will not detect their activation.

[0090] Upon detecting the activation of the AED 1A, the portable information terminal 100 acquires its location information using a GPS sensor installed in the portable information terminal 100. Additionally, the portable information terminal 100 sends a notification message including the location information to the management computer 200.

[0091] The management computer 200 receives notification information. Upon receiving the notification information, the management computer 200 can notify personnel at emergency headquarters, etc., that the notification information has been received. Additionally, based on personnel input, the location 242 indicated by the location information included in the notification information and a map 241 surrounding the location 242 are displayed on the display unit 240. The management computer 200 may, as needed, send notification information for AED 1A activation or the aforementioned location information to the computer device 300.

[0092] Additionally, at a predetermined time after AED 1A has completed a series of life-saving operations, AED 1A will send the physiological information of the person in need of life-saving assistance, such as electrocardiogram data, to portable information terminal 100. The portable information terminal will then send the received physiological information to management computer 200. Furthermore, management computer 200 will send the received physiological information to computer device 300 as needed.

[0093] Next, a detailed description of the actions of the portable information terminal 100 and the management computer 200 in system 400 will be provided using a flowchart. Figure 3 and Figure 4 This is a flowchart used to explain an example of the actions performed in system 400. Incidentally, Figure 3 and Figure 4 The various processes shown can be rearranged in sequence or executed in parallel without causing any inconsistencies.

[0094] First, the description Figure 3 The flowchart. Figure 3 The flowchart explains the actions related to the detection of AED 1. First, the portable information terminal 100 registers the second identification information of the AED 1, which is set as the detection target, in the portable information terminal 100 (step S101). In step S101, the individual information of AED 1, the individual information of the portable information terminal 100, or the individual information of the user of the portable information terminal 100 can be registered in the portable information terminal 100 as a substitute for or an addition to the second identification information. The second identification information or individual information is stored in the memory 120 as registration information 122.

[0095] The portable information terminal 100 sets the interval for detecting the wireless signal of AED 1 (step S102). Additionally, in step S102, the portable information terminal 100 can set more than one detection target. Specifically, one or more AED 1s corresponding to the second identification information segment or individual information segment already registered in the registration information 122 can be set as detection targets. Incidentally, when no individual detection target is set, all AED 1s that can be detected by program 121 can be detection targets.

[0096] For example, steps S101 and S102 can be executed based on the user's operation input on the portable information terminal 100 only when the user determines that steps S101 and S102 are necessary.

[0097] The portable information terminal 100 detects the presence or absence of the activated AED 1 based on the presence or absence of the wireless signal transmitted by the activated AED 1 (step S103). When the activation of the AED 1, which is the detection target, has not been detected (no in step S104), step S103 is repeated at the time interval set in step S102.

[0098] When activation of AED 1, the target of detection, is detected (yes in step S104), the portable information terminal 100 acquires predetermined information (step S105). The predetermined information acquired in step S105 may be the location information of the portable information terminal 100 and / or individual information stored as registration information 122, etc. Incidentally, step S105 is preferably executed. However, step S105 is not a necessary action in system 400.

[0099] The portable information terminal 100 sends a notification message to the management computer to notify that the AED 1 has been activated (step S106). Preferably, the location information, individual information, etc., obtained in step S105 are included in the notification message.

[0100] Here, during the execution of steps S104 to S106, a communication connection is not established between the portable information terminal 100 and the AED 1. While executing steps S104 to S106, for example, polling between the portable information terminal 100 and the AED 1 is not performed, but only the portable information terminal 100 unilaterally detects the wireless signal.

[0101] The management computer 200 receives the notification information sent in step S106 (step S107). Next, the management computer 200 sends notification information regarding the activation of AED 1 or the location information of the portable information terminal 100 to the computer device 300 (step S108). Then, the management computer 200 ends the process. For example, step S108 can be executed based on the user's operation input to the management computer 200 only if the user determines that step S108 is necessary.

[0102] Next, we will describe Figure 4 The flowchart. Figure 4 The flowchart mainly explains the action process after AED 1 has completed a series of rescue operations or after AED 1 has completed self-testing.

[0103] The portable information terminal 100 establishes a communication connection with the AED 1 (step S111). In step S111, for example, authentication based on polling is performed to enable data transmission / reception between the AED 1 and the portable information terminal 100.

[0104] Next, the portable information terminal 100 receives the rescue data acquired by the AED 1 during the life-saving operation (step S112). For example, the rescue data received in step S112 is physiological information, such as the electrocardiogram data of the person in need of rescue. Additionally, after the AED 1 has completed its self-test, the portable information terminal 100 receives the self-test result in step S112.

[0105] Next, the portable information terminal 100 sends the rescue data or self-test results obtained in step S112 to the management computer 200 (step S113). Then, the management computer 200 receives the information sent in step S113 (step S114).

[0106] Next, the management computer 200 sends the information obtained in step S114 to the computer device 300 (step S115). Incidentally, if the information obtained in step S114 is the result of a self-test, step S115 need not be executed. Alternatively, for example, step S115 can be executed based on the user's input only if the user of the management computer 200 determines that step S115 is necessary.

[0107] Next, the effects obtained by the system 400 according to this embodiment or by the various components included in the system 400 will be described.

[0108] The portable information terminal 100 detects a wireless signal from AED 1. Upon detection, the portable information terminal 100 notifies the management computer 200 of the activation of AED 1 without establishing a communication connection with the activated AED 1. In other words, the portable information terminal 100 can more reliably contact the administrator or other personnel regarding the activation of AED 1, while simultaneously reducing the load on AED 1 by avoiding a communication connection between the activated AED 1 and the portable information terminal 100.

[0109] Furthermore, the approximate location where the AED 1 was activated can be determined based on the location information of the portable information terminal 100. Therefore, life-saving activities can be easily supported at the user side of the management computer 200 or the user side of the computer device 300.

[0110] Furthermore, the configuration obtains the location information of the portable information terminal 100 instead of the AED 1. Therefore, it is unnecessary to install a GPS sensor on each AED 1, reducing battery consumption and manufacturing costs on the AED 1 side. Additionally, when the portable information terminal 100 supports obtaining location information corresponding to its area of ​​use, no additional components for location information acquisition are required on the AED 1 side. In other words, even if the AED 1 is a single model, it is possible to obtain location information corresponding to each area.

[0111] Furthermore, the portable information terminal 100 sends individual information to the management computer 200. Therefore, individual information about the AED 1, the portable information terminal 100, or the user of the portable information terminal 100 can be known on the user side of the management computer 200. As a result, the user of the management computer 200 can easily support life-saving activities. For example, when a contact address such as the portable information terminal 100's telephone number is included in the individual information, the user of the management computer 200 can also contact the user of the portable information terminal 100 to give them appropriate instructions.

[0112] Furthermore, at predetermined times, such as after a series of life-saving operations have concluded, AED 1 sends physiological information, such as the electrocardiogram data of the person in need of rescue, to a portable information terminal, and the portable information terminal 100 sends the physiological information received from AED 1 to a management computer 200. As a result, it becomes possible to determine whether further emergency measures are needed for the person in need of rescue, allowing the user of the management computer 200 to easily support rescue operations. Additionally, the user of the management computer 200 can send physiological information to computer equipment 300 installed in hospitals or similar facilities as needed. Therefore, appropriate and rapid measurements can be easily performed in hospitals or similar facilities.

[0113] Furthermore, the portable information terminal 100 can set only a specific AED 1 as the detection target. Therefore, it prevents the user of the management computer 200 from being confused by being notified of activation from any other AED 1 not managed by the user. Additionally, the detection target is appropriately set. Therefore, when the user of the management computer 200 or others organizes emergency responders to build a rescue system, a rescue system can be easily and appropriately constructed.

[0114] Furthermore, the time interval for detecting AED 1 can be set by the user side of the portable information terminal 100. Therefore, for example, the detection interval can be appropriately selected based on factors such as the scale of the rescue system, the user's role, and the remaining battery power of the portable information terminal 100.

[0115] Furthermore, when the wireless communication device 90 of AED 1 conforms to the wireless LAN standard or the Bluetooth standard, beacons conforming to these standards are transmitted as wireless signals. Therefore, AED 1 is easily detected. Additionally, when the wireless communication device 90 conforms to the wireless LAN standard, AED 1 can be detected within a relatively wide range of a circle with a radius of approximately 100m from the portable information terminal 100. On the other hand, when the wireless communication device 90 conforms to the Bluetooth standard, a circle with a radius of approximately 10m from the portable information terminal 100 is within the detection range. Therefore, the discrepancy between the location of AED 1 and the location indicated by the location information of the portable information terminal 100 is reduced, making it possible to more accurately determine the location where AED 1 is activated.

[0116] The above embodiments are merely exemplary to facilitate understanding of the subject matter of this disclosure. Configurations according to the foregoing embodiments can be appropriately modified / improved without departing from the spirit of this disclosure. This application is based on Japanese Patent Application No. 2020-098726, filed on June 5, 2020, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

Claims

1. A medium storing a program that, when executed in a portable information terminal including a processor, causes the processor to perform: The detection step involves, without establishing a communication connection between the automated external defibrillator (AED) and the portable information terminal, detecting the presence or absence of an AED in an active state based on the presence or absence of a wireless signal transmitted from the AED. The wireless signal can be detected upon activation of the automated external defibrillator (AED) with a wireless communication module; and The first sending step involves sending a notification message to the management computer when the automated external defibrillator (AED) is detected to be in the activated state.

2. The medium according to claim 1, wherein the processor further performs the following steps: when the automated external defibrillator (AED) in the activated state is detected, the location information of the portable information terminal is acquired, wherein, The notification information includes the location information.

3. The medium according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the processor further performs the following step: storing individual information about the portable information terminal, the automated external defibrillator, or the user of the portable information terminal in a memory, wherein, The notification information includes the individual information.

4. The medium according to claim 1 or 2, causing the processor to further perform: The steps of receiving at least a portion of the physiological information of the person in need of rescue acquired by the automated external defibrillator from the automated external defibrillator; and The second sending step involves sending the physiological information to the management computer.

5. The medium according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the processor further performs the step of storing information about the automated external defibrillator (AED) set as the detection target in a memory, wherein, In the detection step, the presence or absence of the automated external defibrillator is detected, the information of the automated external defibrillator has been stored in the memory, and the automated external defibrillator is in the active state.

6. The medium according to claim 1 or 2, wherein, The detection steps are performed at predetermined intervals set by the user of the portable information terminal.

7. The medium according to claim 1 or 2, wherein, The wireless communication module is a wireless LAN module or a Bluetooth module.

8. A portable information terminal, comprising: The detector, without establishing a communication connection between the automated external defibrillator (AED) and the portable information terminal, detects the presence or absence of an activated AED based on the presence or absence of a wireless signal transmitted from the AED, wherein the wireless signal can be detected upon activation of the AED having a wireless communication module; and When the first transmitter detects that the automated external defibrillator is in the activated state, the first transmitter sends a notification message to the management computer notifying the management computer of the activation of the automated external defibrillator.

9. A system comprising one or more portable information terminals and a management computer capable of communicating with the portable information terminals, wherein: Each of the portable information terminals includes: The detector, without establishing a communication connection between the automated external defibrillator (AED) and the portable information terminal, detects the presence or absence of an activated AED based on the presence or absence of a wireless signal transmitted from the AED, wherein the wireless signal can be detected upon activation of the AED having a wireless communication module; and When a first transmitter detects that the automated external defibrillator (AED) is in the activated state, the first transmitter sends a notification message to the management computer indicating that the AED is activated; and The management computer includes: A receiver that receives the notification information sent by the first transmitter; and A third transmitter, upon receiving the notification information, sends the predetermined information to any computer device.

10. The system according to claim 9, wherein, The portable information terminal also includes a receiver, which acquires the location information of the portable information terminal when the automated external defibrillator in the activated state is detected. The location information is included in the notification information; and The location information is included in the predetermined information.

11. A method for notifying the activation of an automated external defibrillator, the method being executed in a portable information terminal including a processor, such that the method causes the processor to perform: The detection step involves, without establishing a communication connection between the automated external defibrillator (AED) and the portable information terminal, detecting the presence or absence of an AED in an active state based on the presence or absence of a wireless signal transmitted from the AED. The wireless signal can be detected upon activation of the automated external defibrillator (AED) with a wireless communication module; and The first sending step involves sending a notification message to the management computer when the automated external defibrillator (AED) is detected to be in the activated state.

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