System and method to promote proper handwashing
First Claim
1. A system for promoting adherence to handwashing guidelines wherein the system comprises:
- (a) a sensor for detecting a handwashing event;
(b) a controller that receives signals from the sensor and activates a timer;
(c) a timer for sending an observable signal to a handwasher; and
, (d) a power source that provides power to components of the system.
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Abstract
The present invention generally relates to systems and methods to promote proper handwashing. Specifically, it relates to systems and methods that provide feedback to the person who is washing his hands. It further relates to systems and methods for monitoring hand hygiene compliance. In a system aspect of the present invention, a system for promoting adherence to handwashing guidelines is provided. The system includes: a sensor for detecting a handwashing event; a controller that receives signals from the sensor and activates a timer; a timer for sending an observable signal to a handwasher; and, a power source that provides power to components of the system.
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20 Claims
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1. A system for promoting adherence to handwashing guidelines wherein the system comprises:
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(a) a sensor for detecting a handwashing event;
(b) a controller that receives signals from the sensor and activates a timer;
(c) a timer for sending an observable signal to a handwasher; and
,(d) a power source that provides power to components of the system. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5)
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6. A method for promoting adherence to handwashing guidelines, wherein the method comprises the steps of:
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(a) detecting a handwashing event using a sensor;
(b) transmitting a signal from the sensor to a controller that a handwashing event has occurred; and
,(c) transmitting a signal from the controller to a timer that initiates a countdown observable to a handwasher. - View Dependent Claims (7, 8, 9, 10)
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11. A system for determining compliance with handwashing guidelines, wherein the system comprises:
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(a) a sensor for detecting a handwashing event;
(b) a controller that receives signals from the sensor and activates a timer;
(c) a timer for sending an observable signal to a handwasher;
(d) a central processing unit for storing and analyzing data related to handwashing compliance; and
,(e) a power source that provides power to components of the system. - View Dependent Claims (12, 13, 14, 15)
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16. A method for determining compliance with handwashing guidelines, wherein the method comprises the steps of:
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(a) detecting a handwashing event using a sensor;
(b) transmitting a signal from the sensor to a controller that a handwashing event has occurred;
(c) transmitting a signal from the controller to a timer that initiates a countdown observable to a handwasher;
(d) determining whether a preset period for handwashing has been completed; and
,(e) transmitting data to a central processing unit related to whether the preset handwashing period has been completed. - View Dependent Claims (17, 18, 19, 20)
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