Thomas F Manning

US Patent:

48036250, Feb 7, 1989

Filed:

Jun 30, 1986

Appl. No.:

6/879900

Inventors:

Ping W. Fu - Des Plaines IL
Thomas J. Manning - Chicago IL

Assignee:

Buddy Systems, Inc. - Northbrook IL

International Classification:

G06F 1542

US Classification:

36441303

Abstract:

A personal health monitor includes sensors for measuring patient weight, temperature, blood pressure, and ECG waveform. The monitor is coupled to a central unit via modems and includes a computer which is programmed to prompt a patient to take prescribed medication at prescribed times, to use the sensors to measure prescribed health parameters, and to supply answers to selected questions. Medication compliance information, test results, and patient answers are compiled in a composite log which is automatically transmitted to the central unit. The computer is also programmed automatically to disconnect the monitor from an alternating current power source and to rely on internal battery power during certain periods of patient-monitor interaction, such as during use of the ECG module. In this way, danger to the patient and complexity of the ECG module are minimized. The computer is also programmed to compare measured test information with predetermined expected values, and in the event of a discrepancy, to collect additional information from the patient to assist trained personnel at the central unit in interpreting the composite log.