Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am
Having a baby is a whirlwind of preparation, excitement and anticipation. You’ve prepared the nursery, bought some really tiny clothes and perhaps had a baby shower or two. And as the day gets closer you’ll begin to think about the actual birth. Your healthcare plan will probably dictate where the baby will be delivered but…
Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am
Hospitals and birthing centers protect their newborn patients from the threat of abduction through the use of a perimeter based, RFID-enabled security system. It is important for the staff tasked with researching and implementing these solutions understand how they work, the customization options that are available to meet specific needs, and what considerations go into…
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Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am
With advancements in hospital security technology, one might think there’s a small chance of infant mix-ups among birthing centers. However, a story from Plano, TX shows that a “baby switch” can still occur.
Topics: Cuddles
Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am
How often does your facility conduct an audit of your infant security system? Including roundtable discussions about equipment and procedures, many facilities with maternity wards test their systems and staff up to four times per year. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children recommends that facilities conduct drills annually. When considering protection against infant…
Topics: Cuddles
Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am
It is suggested that nearly 70% of people with Alzheimer’s disease will wander away from home and get lost. Wandering is one of the biggest risks for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and is a common but dangerous symptom of the disease. A wanderer is someone with a disease such as Alzheimer’s who has wandered away…
Topics: ResidentGuard
Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am
In case you’ve missed our previous posts we’ve been highlighting Alzheimer’s Awareness Month this November. From saluting caregivers to disaster advice and elder financial abuse we’ve put a spotlight on issues that affect the elderly and the people that love them.
Topics: ResidentGuard
Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am
Many facilities are in the market for a wander management system to help protect a growing segment of residents at risk for wandering without restricting the freedom of movement for their entire population. It is important for the administrators tasked with researching and recommending these systems to understand how they work, the options that are…
Topics: ResidentGuard
Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness/Family Caregiver Month. Do you have a friend or family member with Alzheimer’s disease or do you know a caregiver? Some 5.3 million Americans currently are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s so chances are you do.
Topics: ResidentGuard
Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am
In the wake of Hurricane Sandy and its lasting effects, the Alzheimer’s Association is reminding families and caregivers of people with the disease or dementia to have a plan in place for disaster.
Topics: ResidentGuard
Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am
We receive several calls a day from potential customers that are searching for wander management solutions. Most of the time, our prospects are aware of what the system is supposed to accomplish but aren’t aware (from a technical standpoint) of how our RFID based security systems work. For that reason, we’ve put together a brief…
Topics: ResidentGuard
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