User's Manual

Chapter 4: Handling Events
66 Series 5.0 Software (0510-1059-A_DRAFT) - User Guide
Event Types
There are several different event types that can occur when using the Series 5.0 Software. The following sections
provide a brief overview of each event as well as an action to take if this event occurs.
Event Information Window
When an event occurs, an Alarm Message Box is displayed in the Event List. Click anywhere in the Alarm
Message Box to access the Event Information window. The Event Information window contains detailed
information about the event. If a picture is available, certain events will display the picture of the patient associated
with the event.
Selecting an Event Cause will clear an alarm.
FIGURE 4.3: Event Information Window
WARNING: If you do not already have procedures in place, you must
establish procedures for your staff to follow to ensure patient safety and
to secure the area in the event of an alarm. Existing procedures may
require modification to incorporate optional features. Failure to create or
modify these procedures may result in patient abduction or elopement.
NOTE: The Event Cause buttons in the Event Information window are different for each
event. See the following sections for detailed information.
Event Cause
Buttons