CAREFUSION 303, INC. (20240282423). HANDS-FREE MEDICATION TRACKING simplified abstract
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HANDS-FREE MEDICATION TRACKING
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John Langan of Carlsbad CA (US)
Evan Chen of San Diego CA (US)
HANDS-FREE MEDICATION TRACKING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240282423 titled 'HANDS-FREE MEDICATION TRACKING
The disclosed systems and methods provide hands-free medication tracking. A method includes providing an augmented reality device attachable to a user's face. The method involves determining a user action related to medication using sensors on the device, presenting a visual indicator on the display interface to assist with the user action, confirming the completion of the user action, and sending an update message to a server to update a medication inventory in a database.
- Augmented reality device for hands-free medication tracking
- Sensors on the device detect user actions related to medication
- Visual indicators on the display interface assist users with medication tasks
- Confirmation of completion of user actions through sensors
- Update message sent to server to update medication inventory in a database
Potential Applications: - Healthcare facilities for medication management - Home use for individuals with complex medication schedules - Assisted living facilities for elderly residents
Problems Solved: - Ensures accurate medication tracking - Reduces the risk of medication errors - Improves medication adherence
Benefits: - Hands-free operation for convenience - Real-time tracking and monitoring of medication tasks - Enhanced medication management for improved health outcomes
Commercial Applications: Title: Augmented Reality Medication Tracking for Healthcare Facilities This technology can be utilized in hospitals, pharmacies, and long-term care facilities to streamline medication management processes and enhance patient safety.
Questions about Augmented Reality Medication Tracking: 1. How does the augmented reality device assist users with medication tasks? The device provides visual indicators on the display interface to guide users through medication actions, ensuring accuracy and adherence.
2. What are the potential benefits of using augmented reality for medication tracking? The benefits include improved medication management, reduced errors, and enhanced patient safety.
Original Abstract Submitted
the disclosed systems and methods provide hands-free medication tracking. a method includes providing an augmented reality device attachable to a face of a user. the method also includes determining, using one or more sensors of the augmented reality device, a user action to be carried out with respect to a medication. the method also includes presenting, via a display interface of the augmented reality device, a visual indicator to assist with the user action. the method also includes confirming, via the one or more sensors of the augmented reality device, a completion of the user action. the method also includes sending, via a communication interface of the augmented reality device, an update message to a server indicating the completion of the user action, wherein the update message causes the server to update a medication inventory in a database.
