Infusion Pump GUI for Precise Dosage and Vital Sign Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing infusion devices lack user-friendly interfaces and fail to provide precise dosage control and access to pertinent patient information.
Innovation Solution
A graphic user interface (GUI) for intravenous infusion devices that includes a touch-screen display allowing medical professionals to input commands, adjust medication dosages, and review patient information such as vital signs and medication details.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If volumetric pumps are used to provide precise dosage rates, then dosage precision is improved, but device complexity and ease of operation deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into modular components: a microprocessor unit for precise dosage control, a separate user interface module, and a pump mechanism. This segmentation allows the complex dosage calculation functions to be isolated in the microprocessor while maintaining a simpler operational interface for users.
Solution Approach 2:
A microprocessor acts as an intermediary between the user interface and the pump mechanism, translating simple user inputs into precise dosage control signals. This intermediary handles the complex calculations and control logic, shielding the user from complexity while maintaining precise dosage delivery.
2Adaptability or versatility
If volumetric pumps with multiple medication capabilities are used, then adaptability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The pump system is designed with universal capabilities to handle multiple medications and dosage types through a single integrated platform. The microprocessor can be programmed with different medication protocols and the pump mechanism can accommodate various infusion requirements, providing multi-functionality without requiring separate devices for each medication type.
Solution Approach 2:
The system includes automated features such as programmable dosage schedules, automatic rate adjustments based on patient parameters, and built-in safety protocols that operate autonomously. This self-service capability reduces the operational burden on users while maintaining high adaptability to different medication regimens.
3Device complexity
If a limited user interface is used, then device complexity is reduced, but loss of information increases
Solution Approach 1:
Complex information processing and storage functions are extracted from the main pump unit and handled by the microprocessor and associated memory systems. This allows the physical interface to remain simple while the underlying system maintains comprehensive patient information, dosage histories, and treatment protocols accessible through the simplified interface.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and methods are described for presenting information for managing a vital sign of a patient. A graphical user interface (GUI) can be presented that displays information concerning a vital sign of a patient, including the most current value of the vital sign received and past values of the vital sign over an elapsed time period. Preferably, the systems and methods are used with a closed-loop system that may automatically adjust a dosage rate of a medication, although manual control is also contemplated. The GUI may comprise a manual management object that is selectable to switch from the closed-loop system to a manual system. Once selected, a second set of vital signs can be generated by selecting items of the historical data falling within a second predefined time period.