Plateau special-purpose minimalist intelligent monitoring nasal oxygen tube adapter
By designing a minimalist and intelligent nasal oxygen cannula adapter, simultaneous oxygen inhalation and monitoring are achieved, solving the problem of continuous monitoring for patients in high-altitude areas, providing stable blood oxygen detection and silent early warning, and reducing the burden of wearing and the cost of use.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- 拉萨市人民医院
- Filing Date
- 2026-06-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-14
AI Technical Summary
Existing technologies suffer from problems such as separation of oxygen administration and monitoring, susceptibility to interference during measurement, discomfort when worn, loud alarm noise, and poor compatibility of consumables, which cannot meet the continuous monitoring needs of long-term bedridden patients in high-altitude areas.
A minimalist smart monitoring nasal oxygen tube adapter device specifically designed for high-altitude areas was designed, including a flexible ear loop fixing bracket, a miniature main control box, and a blood oxygen sensor detection head. It adopts a mechanical vibration warning module, integrates a blood oxygen sensor and a power supply module, realizes simultaneous oxygen inhalation and monitoring, avoids noise interference, is compatible with various nasal oxygen tube specifications, and features a lightweight design.
It achieves simultaneous, stable, and silent early warning of oxygen inhalation and blood oxygen monitoring in high-altitude environments, reducing the burden of wearing and the cost of use. It is suitable for long-term continuous monitoring, and the data can be uploaded to external terminals, making it suitable for the nursing needs in high-altitude areas.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention belongs to the field of medical and nursing device technology, specifically a simplified and intelligent nasal oxygen tube adapter device for high-altitude use. Background Technology
[0002] Low air pressure and insufficient oxygen partial pressure in high-altitude areas commonly lead to poor peripheral circulation, large fluctuations in blood oxygen saturation, and a high risk of hypoxia in long-term residents and hospitalized patients. Currently used disposable nasal oxygen cannulas only provide oxygen and lack vital sign monitoring capabilities. Conventional finger-clip pulse oximeters are significantly affected by hand movements, low temperatures, and insufficient peripheral blood perfusion, resulting in large measurement errors and making it impossible to synchronize with oxygen administration. Existing integrated oxygen monitoring devices are complex in structure, bulky, and burdensome to wear, requiring customized consumables and incurring high costs. Furthermore, they often rely on audible and visual alarms, causing noise pollution in wards at night and disturbing patients' rest, making them unsuitable for routine monitoring of long-term bedridden patients and those requiring continuous oxygen therapy in high-altitude areas, thus limiting their clinical application.
[0003] In view of the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as separation of oxygen inhalation and monitoring, susceptibility to interference in measurement, discomfort when worn, loud alarm noise, and poor universality of consumables, this invention provides a simplified and intelligent nasal oxygen tube adapter device specifically for high-altitude areas.
[0004] The information disclosed above in this background section is only for enhancing the understanding of the background section of this invention, and therefore may include prior art that is not known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a simplified and intelligent nasal oxygen tube adapter specifically for high-altitude areas, in order to solve the problems of existing technologies such as separation of oxygen inhalation and monitoring, susceptibility to interference in measurement, discomfort during wear, loud alarm noise, and poor universality of consumables. This invention enables rapid adaptation of universal nasal oxygen tubes, simultaneous blood oxygen monitoring during oxygen inhalation, silent early warning of hypoxia, and lightweight long-term wear, thus meeting the essential clinical needs of high-altitude nursing.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a simplified intelligent nasal oxygen tube adapter specifically for high-altitude areas, comprising a flexible ear loop fixing bracket, a miniature main control box, and a blood oxygen sensor detection head. The flexible ear loop fixing bracket is detachably fitted onto the outside of a universal nasal oxygen tube. The blood oxygen sensor detection head is electrically connected to the miniature main control box. The miniature main control box contains a main control module, a vibration warning module, and a power supply module. The main control module has a built-in data processing unit and a blood oxygen threshold determination program. The vibration warning module is connected to the main control module and uses mechanical vibration to achieve silent alarm. The power supply module supplies power to all components.
[0007] Preferably, the flexible ear loop fixing bracket is a flexible silicone buckle structure, compatible with various specifications of universal disposable nasal oxygen tubes.
[0008] Preferably, the blood oxygen sensor is independently positioned at an external location away from the nasal cavity oxygen supply to isolate the oxygen supply flow from interference. The blood oxygen sensor is connected to the miniature main control box via a flexible connecting wire.
[0009] Preferably, the blood oxygen sensor head consists of a single-point independent blood oxygen sensor, a light-shielding shell, a sensor connection wire interface, and a flexible, fitting pad.
[0010] Preferably, the main control module is an integrated processor, the power supply module is a shaped lithium polymer thin-film battery, the vibration warning module is a bone conduction vibrator, and the micro main control box also contains a flexible circuit board.
[0011] Preferably, the universal nasal oxygen tube is provided with a nasal oxygen tube assembly slot, and the nasal oxygen tube assembly slot is provided with a nasal plug oxygen supply end.
[0012] Preferably, the main control module is equipped with a wireless Bluetooth or wired data transmission interface, which can be connected to an external nursing terminal for data storage and export.
[0013] Preferably, the main control module also integrates a low-power data processing unit that supports real-time filtering algorithms to remove artifact signals caused by slight patient movements or environmental interference.
[0014] Preferably, the vibration warning module includes at least two vibration modes, corresponding to low blood oxygen warning and critical blood oxygen alarm respectively, and the vibration intensity and frequency are adjustable.
[0015] Preferably, the miniature main control box has a waterproof and dustproof sealing structure on the outside, with an overall protection level of not less than IP54, and supports daily wiping and disinfection.
[0016] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:
[0017] 1. The blood oxygen detection site of this invention is far away from the oxygen supply area, eliminating airflow interference, and is suitable for special environments such as high altitude, low temperature and poor peripheral circulation. The detection data is accurate and stable. It adopts vibration silent warning, without light or loudspeaker noise, avoiding disturbing people at night, and is suitable for long-term continuous monitoring in wards.
[0018] 2. This invention features a minimalist and lightweight structure that can be directly installed on existing universal nasal oxygen cannulas without the need to replace consumables, making it highly clinically adaptable and cost-effective. Its integrated design minimizes pressure during wear, simplifies operation, and makes it easy for nurses to learn, reducing the workload of high-altitude nursing care. It also supports data transmission and integration with nursing systems, facilitating patient observation, documentation, and continuous improvement of nursing quality, making it highly valuable for widespread adoption. Attached Figure Description
[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in this invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings.
[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall assembly structure of the present invention;
[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal layout of the miniature main control box of the present invention;
[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the nasal oxygen cannula assembly slot structure of the present invention;
[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the layout of the blood oxygen sensor detection head of the present invention.
[0024] In the picture:
[0025] 1. Flexible ear hook fixing bracket; 2. Miniature main control box; 21. Integrated processor; 22. Flexible circuit board; 23. Irregularly shaped lithium polymer thin film battery; 24. Bone conduction vibrator; 3. Nasal oxygen tube assembly slot; 31. Nasal plug oxygen supply end; 4. Flexible connecting wire; 5. Blood oxygen sensor detection head; 51. Single-point independent blood oxygen sensor; 52. Light-proof shielding shell; 53. Sensor connection wire interface; 54. Flexible fitting pad; 6. Universal nasal oxygen tube. Detailed Implementation
[0026] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions of the present invention, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0027] Example 1:
[0028] A simplified smart nasal oxygen monitoring adapter for high-altitude applications includes an ear loop flexible fixing bracket 1, a miniature main control box 2, and a blood oxygen sensor detection head 5.
[0029] The ear loop flexible fixation bracket 1 is detachably fitted onto the outside of the universal nasal oxygen tube 6. The ear loop flexible fixation bracket 1 is a medical-grade flexible silicone buckle structure that can elastically hold the body of the standard nasal oxygen tube. It is easy to install and remove, conforms to the facial contours, and does not cause obvious pressure even after long-term wear. It is compatible with various sizes of universal disposable nasal oxygen tubes and does not require customized consumables.
[0030] The pulse oximeter sensor 5 is electrically connected to the miniature main control box 2. The pulse oximeter sensor 5 is independently positioned at an external point away from the nasal oxygen supply, isolating it from interference from the oxygen supply flow, adapting to the low perfusion physiological state of people in high-altitude areas, and improving the stability and accuracy of the detection. The pulse oximeter sensor 5 is connected to the miniature main control box 2 via a flexible connecting wire 4.
[0031] The blood oxygen sensor head 5 consists of a single-point independent blood oxygen sensor 51, a light-shielding shell 52, a sensor connection wire interface 53, and a flexible adhesive pad 54.
[0032] The miniature main control box 2 contains a main control module, a vibration warning module, and a power supply module. The main control module has a built-in data processing unit and a blood oxygen threshold determination program, receiving and analyzing signals collected by the blood oxygen sensor 5 in real time. The vibration warning module is connected to the main control module and uses mechanical vibration to achieve silent alarm. The power supply module supplies power to all components. The overall design eliminates the need for a sound and light speaker structure, relying solely on vibration to provide abnormal alerts, making it suitable for nighttime use in hospital wards.
[0033] The main control module is an integrated processor 21, the power supply module is a shaped lithium polymer thin film battery 23, the vibration warning module is a bone conduction vibrator 24, and the micro main control box 2 is also equipped with a flexible circuit board 22.
[0034] The main control module is equipped with a wireless Bluetooth or wired data transmission interface, allowing connection to an external nursing terminal for data storage and export. The main control box is compact, embedding a low-power processing chip and pre-programmed with applicable blood oxygen warning threshold ranges for high-altitude areas. When the monitored blood oxygen level falls below the set standard, the main control module immediately triggers a bone conduction vibrator to continuously vibrate at a low frequency for 24 seconds, alerting the patient and medical staff to intervene promptly.
[0035] The universal nasal oxygen tube 6 is provided with a nasal oxygen tube assembly slot 3, and the nasal oxygen tube assembly slot 3 is provided with a nasal plug oxygen supply end 31.
[0036] The device has no extra protruding structures, is waterproof and wipe-resistant, meets hospital infection control and disinfection requirements, and is suitable for use in conjunction with long-term oxygen therapy for patients in general wards, internal medicine, urology, geriatrics and other departments of high-altitude hospitals.
[0037] Working principle: This device is installed on the outside of the universal nasal oxygen tube 6 via a flexible ear loop fixing bracket 1, and is worn and fixed synchronously with the nasal oxygen tube; the blood oxygen sensor head 5 continuously collects peripheral blood oxygen saturation data and transmits it to the main control module; the main control module compares it with the preset high-altitude safe blood oxygen threshold in real time, and automatically activates the vibration warning module to provide a silent reminder when the blood oxygen value is low or drops sharply in a short period of time; oxygen inhalation and blood oxygen monitoring are carried out simultaneously without interference, and the monitoring data can be uploaded and saved to an external terminal, which is suitable for 24-hour continuous oxygen inhalation monitoring of high-altitude patients.
[0038] Example 2:
[0039] In this embodiment, the flexible ear loop fixation bracket 1 adopts a dual-material composite structure: the outer layer is medical-grade silicone, and the inner layer is flexible memory metal wire, which can be shaped and adjusted in one go according to the shape of the patient's auricle, significantly improving the fit and wearing stability. An anti-slip locking structure is provided between the flexible ear loop fixation bracket 1 and the universal nasal oxygen tube 6 to prevent displacement due to the patient turning over or moving during use.
[0040] Example 3:
[0041] In this embodiment, the blood oxygen sensor 5 integrates an ambient light recognition module, which can dynamically detect external light intensity and automatically compensate for signal gain. The light-shielding outer shell 52 adopts a double-layer injection molding process, with an inner layer of black light-absorbing material and an outer layer of medical-grade soft rubber, balancing optical shielding and wearing comfort. The inner surface of the flexible, fitting pad 54 has a microporous structure to reduce skin moisture and discomfort caused by long-term contact.
[0042] Example 4:
[0043] The bone conduction vibrator 24 supports three vibration modes:
[0044] Mild hypoxemia (SpO2 81%-85%): low-frequency intermittent vibration 1Hz, lasting 2 seconds, with a 5-second interval;
[0045] Moderate hypoxemia (SpO2 76%-80%): Continuous mid-frequency vibration at 3Hz;
[0046] Critical hypoxemia (SpO2 ≤ 75%): high-frequency, intense vibration at 5 Hz, superimposed with three rapid vibration cycles.
[0047] The vibration mode can be personalized via Bluetooth connection to the nursing terminal to meet the sensory needs of different patients.
[0048] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.
[0049] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.
[0050] The foregoing has only described certain exemplary embodiments of the present invention by way of illustration. Undoubtedly, those skilled in the art can modify the described embodiments in various ways without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the foregoing drawings and descriptions are illustrative in nature and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.
Claims
1. A simplified intelligent monitoring nasal oxygen cannula adapter specifically designed for high-altitude areas, characterized in that: The device includes a flexible ear hook fixing bracket (1), a miniature main control box (2), and a blood oxygen sensor detection head (5). The flexible ear hook fixing bracket (1) can be detachably fitted onto the outside of a universal nasal oxygen tube (6). The blood oxygen sensor detection head (5) is electrically connected to the miniature main control box (2). The miniature main control box (2) contains a main control module, a vibration warning module, and a power supply module. The main control module has a built-in data processing unit and a blood oxygen threshold determination program. The vibration warning module is connected to the main control module and uses mechanical vibration to achieve silent alarm. The power supply module supplies power to each component.
2. The simplified intelligent monitoring nasal oxygen cannula adapter for high-altitude applications according to claim 1, characterized in that: The flexible ear loop fixing bracket (1) is a flexible silicone buckle structure, compatible with various specifications of universal disposable nasal oxygen tubes.
3. The simplified intelligent monitoring nasal oxygen cannula adapter for high-altitude applications according to claim 1, characterized in that: The blood oxygen sensor (5) is independently arranged at an external point away from the nasal cavity oxygen supply to isolate the oxygen supply flow interference. The blood oxygen sensor (5) is connected to the micro main control box (2) through a flexible connecting wire (4).
4. The simplified intelligent monitoring nasal oxygen cannula adapter for high-altitude applications according to claim 3, characterized in that: The blood oxygen sensor detection head (5) consists of a single-point independent blood oxygen sensor (51), a light-shielding shell (52), a sensor connection wire interface (53), and a flexible bonding pad (54).
5. The simplified intelligent monitoring nasal oxygen cannula adapter for high-altitude applications according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main control module is an integrated processor (21), the power supply module is a shaped lithium polymer thin film battery (23), the vibration warning module is a bone conduction vibrator (24), and the micro main control box (2) is also equipped with a flexible circuit board (22).
6. The simplified intelligent monitoring nasal oxygen cannula adapter for high-altitude applications according to claim 1, characterized in that: The universal nasal oxygen tube (6) is provided with a nasal oxygen tube assembly slot (3), and the nasal oxygen tube assembly slot (3) is provided with a nasal plug oxygen supply end (31).
7. The simplified intelligent monitoring nasal oxygen cannula adapter for high-altitude applications according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main control module is equipped with a wireless Bluetooth or wired data transmission interface, which can be connected to an external nursing terminal for data storage and export.
8. The simplified intelligent monitoring nasal oxygen cannula adapter for high-altitude applications according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main control module also integrates a low-power data processing unit that supports real-time filtering algorithms to eliminate artifact signals caused by slight patient movements or environmental interference.
9. The simplified intelligent monitoring nasal oxygen cannula adapter for high-altitude applications according to claim 1, characterized in that: The vibration warning module includes at least two vibration modes, corresponding to low blood oxygen warning and critical blood oxygen alarm respectively, and the vibration intensity and frequency are adjustable.
10. The simplified intelligent monitoring nasal oxygen cannula adapter for high-altitude applications according to claim 1, characterized in that: The miniature main control box has a waterproof and dustproof sealed structure on the outside, with an overall protection level of no less than IP54, and supports daily wiping and disinfection.