According to Covidien, the alarm management system enhances the information provided by traditional pulse oximeters and supports efficient, comprehensive care of patients who are at risk for upper airway abnormalities such as sleep apnea, a history of snoring and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Oxygen saturation is a critical measure in patients experiencing respiratory depression. The alarm management system alerts hospital staff to periods of desaturation and potentially worrisome patterns and provides healthcare providers the ability to make timely, more-informed decisions about the care of patients, the company added.
Chris Lowery, general manager and vice president of patient monitoring at Covidien, said: “The alarm management system will help hospitals remain efficient in today’s increasingly demanding healthcare environment while providing the highest quality of care possible. At the core of Covidien’s innovation is our goal to continue providing solutions designed to improve patient safety, medical efficacy and healthcare efficiency.”