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An IBM AT based monitoring system with touchscreen input
1Vanderbilt University, Dept. of Anesthesiology, Nashville, Tennessee 37232-2125.
International Journal of Clinical Monitoring and Computing
|April 1, 1990
Summary
Vanderbilt University
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Medical Informatics
Background:
- Vanderbilt University has developed a series of monitoring systems.
- The current IBM AT monitoring system has been used in over 800 cases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe recent upgrades to the IBM AT monitoring system.
- To highlight improvements in data input and device communication.
Main Methods:
- Upgraded the serial communications board for enhanced device connectivity.
- Integrated touchscreen input to simplify data entry.
Main Results:
- Improved communication with serial devices in the operating room.
- Significantly enhanced ease of data input for users via touchscreen.
- Potential to eliminate keyboard use during normal operations.
Conclusions:
- The upgraded monitoring system offers improved functionality and user-friendliness.
- Touchscreen input represents a major advancement in clinical data management.