Alarm system, personal emergency

Type of medical device or related product
General vs. specific use (health condition)
Intended population sex
Level of technical knowledge
Capital
Reusable
Requirements
communication system
electricity (batteries)
WHO list of priority medical devices
EMDN related code(s)
Y215199
ALARM SYSTEMS + SIGNALING, INDICATION AND REMINDER AIDS - OTHER
GMDN related code(s)
30087
Vulnerable patient home alert system (An assembly of electronic devices designed to provide an alarm signal to summon help when activated in response to a patient’s need for urgent assistance or care (e.g., epileptic seizures, falls, low insulin levels). It typically consists of user- or sensor-activated wireless signal transmitters (e.g., patient-worn pendant, wall push-button, fall sensor) and alert communication devices (e.g., network interface, phone, pager). Also known as a personal emergency response system (PERS), it notifies caregivers, neighbours, or emergency medical services (EMS), and is intended for use in the home.)