Topic 6 – Wireless Technology and handheld devices1) TechMed scenario covers

• The uses of wireless technologies and handheld devices

In the scenario:“Some staff access information using handheld devices and wireless technology”

Key terms

WiFi • Allows devices to connect to a local area network or simple home

network. Can have range of 25 meters – Extension points.

Bluetooth• Connect devices once they are in range.• Low power short range radio signals.• 10 meters range• Used in peripherals• Used in preference to Wifi in some cases due to less power usage –

Smaller battery required• Heart rate monitors / Glucose monitors• Data collected by hand held device that interacts with hospital wireless.

Infrared

Key terms

Infrared• Low frequency light waves• Short range – 5m• Cannot penetrate obstructions• Can support file transfer in laptops

Wireless Technology and Handheld devices• miTag Monitor• Blood Pressure monitor using a smart phone• Use of tablet computers in clinical settings