An overview of the typical medical technology that caregivers are faced with on a daily basis, including machines that monitor clients, that help in their care and that save their lives. Caregivers will gain a better understanding of vital sign monitors, apnea monitors, pulse oximeters, blood glucose monitors, chair alarms, infusion pumps, oxygen therapy, ventilators and more! Includes a discussion of “alarm fatigue” and how to combat it, along with safety tips for working with medical machines.

• Describe at least two common client monitoring machines.
• Describe at least two common client care machines.
• Describe at least one lifesaving medical machine.
• Discuss alarm fatigue and two ways to combat the problem.
• Discuss at least three tips for using medical machines safely.