Electronic Medical Voice Instruction System
First Claim
1. - A system for providing a lay user with distinct audio and/or video medical or health-related instructions, including one or more pre-recorded audio or video files.
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Abstract
An audible medical information system for a patient or other lay user that is loaded with content by a company or the health care practitioner and can be played at will by the patient and a means for recording information in the audio file. In one embodiment, the system records information in a physical card that the user can have with them without the need for any electronic devices such as a computer or smart phone. Other embodiments may include electronic audio or video files delivered to a computer or smart phone. The audio file can contain up to several minutes of audible information, some of which may be patient specific and some of which may be disease or medication specific. The information may include pre- or post-surgical instructions, information about medications or basic use instructions for medical devices.
The file(s), which can play when a card is opened (note card format) or a button is pressed (credit card or digital format), will repeat the information as the user desires. The audio is in the form of a computer generated and/or pre-recorded human voice, which may be customized for the patient'"'"'s language of choice and speech patterns, and will be clear and understandable. The voice characteristics may be optimized for persuasive characteristics so this tool can help motivate patient adherence to medical instructions. This system has particular utility for patients who do not speak the same language as the health care practitioner or who do not have the ability to understand the written instructions provided, although the system will be available in convenient form factors for all patients and for those who help with their medical care. Easy access to this information will contribute to improved patient satisfaction and compliance with medical instructions which is expected to improve health outcomes.
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- 1. - A system for providing a lay user with distinct audio and/or video medical or health-related instructions, including one or more pre-recorded audio or video files.
- 2. - A portable, dedicated device which provides a lay user with access to audio or video-based medical or health-related instructions, including a user interface, a memory containing recorded files, graphical information and speaker and, if video is supported, a screen.
- 24. - A portable device containing a user interface, means for displaying graphical information, speaker and memory that makes use of the physical housing to enhance sound quality.
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