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In-house servicing of microprocessor-based and digital patient care equipment.

S Ben-Zvi, D Casaregola, G Weissenberg

    Journal of Clinical Engineering
    |March 11, 1985
    PubMed
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    Clinical engineering departments face challenges servicing complex patient care equipment. Developing a realistic maintenance program, considering resources and expertise, can lead to significant cost savings.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Clinical Engineering
    • Medical Instrumentation Servicing

    Background:

    • Microprocessor-based and digital patient care instrumentation pose significant servicing challenges for in-house clinical engineering programs.
    • Key concerns include instrumentation complexity, high costs of test equipment and support materials, and the need for continuous education.
    • Existing servicing methods involve manufacturer diagnostics, board/subassembly swapping, and specialized test equipment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline effective servicing strategies for microprocessor-based and digital patient care equipment within clinical engineering departments.
    • To guide clinical engineers in evaluating resources and technical expertise for developing maintenance programs.
    • To highlight potential cost savings through optimized maintenance approaches.

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    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of available servicing methods: manufacturer diagnostics, component-level repair, and alternative service arrangements (contracts, insurance).
    • Evaluation of essential test equipment: digital oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, signature analyzers, and logic probes.
    • Assessment of in-house resources and technical expertise within clinical engineering departments.

    Main Results:

    • Objective evaluation of departmental resources and technical skills is crucial for effective maintenance planning.
    • A combination of internal servicing capabilities and external arrangements can optimize equipment upkeep.
    • Implementing a tailored maintenance program can lead to substantial cost reductions.

    Conclusions:

    • Clinical engineering departments can successfully manage the servicing of advanced patient care equipment.
    • Strategic planning and resource assessment are key to developing cost-effective maintenance programs.
    • Optimized servicing of digital medical devices ensures patient safety and operational efficiency.