A new scanning range combining wireless technology with a powerful two-dimensional imager has been launched, providing health trusts with the opportunity to improve patient safety and speed up response times.
York-based computing and data capture specialist, Varlink, has unveiled its Opticon OPI series, which includes the OPI-3301 device, which enables organisations to capture information from any orientation.
Built-in Bluetooth capability allows the system to communicate with other devices such as Computer on Wheels (COWs) or tablet-based technologies to provide nurses with the mobility to move from bed to bed without disturbing patients.
By increasing the validity of patient records during scanning, clinicians are able to deliver a safer, more efficient service to ensure the correct treatment and medication are provided.
Offering fast, reliable 1D and 2D barcode scanning, the equipment helps with a variation of different applications such as blood tracking, record management and instrument tracking.
A company spokesman said: “The recent standardisation of wristbands in healthcare settings in the UK has highlighted the importance of accurate information. The visibility of 2D patient wristband systems means larger amounts of patient information can be stored, increasing the validity of patient records and improving point-of-care safety for patients to ensure they receive the correct treatment.
“Simply implementing the OPI-3301 into the patient identification process can dramatically improve patient safety, increase efficiency and reduce costs. The plug-and-play ability also guarantees a quick connection to any medical clinical assistant, allowing users to efficiently move the OPI-3301 from one device to another with minimal disruption.”
