Remote Monitoring System For Alzheimer Patients
First Claim
1. A personal monitoring device attached to the body of the user, for alerting when abnormal behavior or condition of the monitored person is detected, said device comprised of:
- at least one location sensor for periodically identifying the location of the monitored person;
at least one activity sensor for periodically identifying the movement of the monitored person;
at least one physiological sensor for periodically measuring bodily functionality;
a wireless communication transmitter for conveying at least part of the collected data to a remote terminal, wherein the data to be transmitted is determined in accordance with predefined rules;
a main processing unit device for collecting all information from the sensors, detecting abnormal behavior and managing the activation of the sensors and the transmitter for optimal power consumption operation, each sensor is activated for a minimal time period, wherein the activation management of the sensors is based on user daily behavior pattern and analysis of detected abnormal behavior;
a power source.
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Abstract
Disclosed is a device which helps caregivers of demented patients, such as persons suffering from Alzheimer'"'"'s disease, monitor and safeguard the wellbeing of the patients. The device, which is attached to the wrist or the leg of the patients, monitors the movement and behavior of the patient and informs the caregivers whenever unexpected or alarming incidences occur. The device may identify if the patient has fallen, wondered off or is inactive for long periods of time. The device records and learns the patterns of daily behavior of the patient in relation to which it may identify unexpected occurrences. The device is equipped with sensors which enable it to monitor the location, behavior and condition of the patient. Additionally, the device may be programmed to identify particular behaviors as alarming. Selectively activating its sensors and communication interface, the device is especially equipped to operate on low battery consumption.
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18 Claims
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1. A personal monitoring device attached to the body of the user, for alerting when abnormal behavior or condition of the monitored person is detected, said device comprised of:
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at least one location sensor for periodically identifying the location of the monitored person; at least one activity sensor for periodically identifying the movement of the monitored person; at least one physiological sensor for periodically measuring bodily functionality; a wireless communication transmitter for conveying at least part of the collected data to a remote terminal, wherein the data to be transmitted is determined in accordance with predefined rules; a main processing unit device for collecting all information from the sensors, detecting abnormal behavior and managing the activation of the sensors and the transmitter for optimal power consumption operation, each sensor is activated for a minimal time period, wherein the activation management of the sensors is based on user daily behavior pattern and analysis of detected abnormal behavior; a power source. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15)
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16. A method for alerting when abnormal behavior or condition of the monitored person is detected using a personal monitoring device which is attached to the body of the user, said method comprising the steps of:
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periodically identifying the location of the monitored person by a dedicated sensor of the personal device; periodically identifying the movement of the monitored person by a dedicated sensor of the personal device; periodically measuring bodily functionality by a dedicated sensor of the personal device; conveying at least part of the collected data to a remote terminal by transmitter of the sensor, wherein the data to be transmitted is determined in accordance with predefined rules; collecting all information from the sensors; detecting abnormal behavior in accordance with known daily behavior pattern; and managing the activation of the sensors and transmitter for optimal power consumption operation, wherein each sensor is activated for a minimal time period, and the activation management of the sensors is based on user daily behavior pattern and analysis of detected abnormal behavior. - View Dependent Claims (17, 18)
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