This case study presented by BioLink Systems highlights the critical role of real-time health monitoring in ensuring the safety of elderly patients requiring supplemental oxygen. The subject of the study is a 63-year-old female nursing home resident with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), sleep apnea, and congestive heart failure (CHF), who experienced a potentially dangerous oversight in her care.

The incident occurred when the patient’s oxygen concentrator was inadvertently left turned off after a routine care procedure. This led to a significant drop in her oxygen saturation levels, as indicated by a Pulse Ox alert at 80%, and an elevated heart rate of 104 BPM. These alerts triggered by the BioLink wrist wearable prompted immediate nursing intervention. Upon discovering the issue, the nurse quickly turned the supplemental oxygen back on, which resulted in the normalization of the patient's Pulse Ox and heart rate.

This case emphasizes the importance of continuous monitoring in managing the health of high-risk patients. It demonstrates how BioLink Systems' technology can serve as an essential safety net, detecting critical changes in patient conditions and enabling caregivers to respond swiftly to prevent severe health consequences. The incident underscores the system's value in enhancing patient safety, particularly for those reliant on essential respiratory support in a nursing home setting.