Nitrous Oxide Compatible Immersive Video Headset
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current medical patient distraction systems are not compatible with nitrous oxide delivery, as existing video headsets are bulky, lack sound capability, and are not durable or easily sterilizable, forcing patients to choose between video distraction and nitrous oxide pain relief, leading to uncomfortable procedures.
Innovation Solution
A compatible immersive video headset system with detachable, disposable, and durable medical-grade components, including noise-canceling headphones and anti-fogging lenses, designed for simultaneous use with nitrous oxide delivery, allowing for wireless operation and screen mirroring for real-time monitoring and adjustment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If video headsets are used for patient distraction, then patient distraction is improved, but compatibility with nitrous oxide delivery deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The video headset is divided into separate components: a main body unit and detachable earcup covers. This segmentation allows the earcup covers to be removed and sterilized separately, enabling compatibility with nitrous oxide delivery systems while maintaining the video distraction functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The earcup covers are extracted as removable components from the headset. This extraction allows the covers to be taken off for sterilization and replacement, resolving the conflict between maintaining video distraction and enabling nitrous oxide delivery compatibility.
2Reliability
If traditional video headsets are used, then video distraction is provided, but ease of sterilization deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The headset is segmented into a permanent main body and disposable/sterilizable earcup covers. This segmentation makes sterilization easier by allowing only the external earcup covers to be removed and processed, rather than sterilizing the entire electronic device.
Solution Approach 2:
The earcup covers are designed as disposable or easily replaceable components. Instead of attempting to sterilize the entire expensive electronic headset, inexpensive earcup covers can be discarded or sterilized separately, greatly improving ease of sterilization.
3Ease of operation
If video headsets are used for distraction, then patient comfort is improved, but device durability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The headset components are segmented so that durable internal electronics are protected inside the main body, while external earcup covers made of durable, sterilizable materials are used. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The earcup covers are made from composite materials that are both comfortable for patient contact and durable enough to withstand repeated sterilization processes. This combination of comfort and durability resolves the contradiction between patient comfort and device strength.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and methods for medical patient distraction may permit watching an immersive video headset during a dental or medical procedure that is compatible with nitrous oxide. Having the ability to watch a show on an immersive video headset while using nitrous oxide may allow for further distraction of the patient from the discomfort of dental or medical procedures. The parts and pieces of the immersive video headset that touch the patient may be detachable so they can be changed between patients for easy sterilization and cleanliness. Also, the immersive video headset may be capable of mirroring what is on a phone or nearby computer. The design of the headset may be specifically compatible with being able to use a nitrous hood during dental or medical procedures.