User Manual

CA630 System (0510-1116-A) - In-Service Manual 9
Chapter 3
Responding to Alarms
NOTE: If the Enforce JOINT COMMISSION feature is activated, you must select an
Event Cause once the alarming device has been reset. When you reset the alarming
device, the Red Alarm changes to a White Alarm in the Alarm Message Box. If JOINT
COMMISSION is not activated, the Alarm Message Box clears once the alarm is cleared
at the device
Fall Alert
When the patient’s weight is removed from the pad, the control unit beeps to alert
caregivers. A red status indicator light flashes in conjunction with the beeps for a
visual alert.
Proceed to the patient and secure them from potential fall situation.
Press the Hold button to stop the alarm. After HOLD is pressed, the orange light
flashes to indicate the system has been paused.
Assist the patient and return them to the sensor pad.
When the patient’s weight is re-applied to the sensor pad, the system begins
monitoring after the 30-second silence period. Or, press the Hold button again to
begin monitoring immediately.
If the Enforce JOINT COMMISSION feature is activated, you must select an
Event Cause. From the Client computer, click anywhere in the Fall Alarm Message
Box to access the Event Information window and select an Event Cause.
Chart the event per your facilities policies and procedures.