Published on: 18th November 2021
We have introduced Oxevision, new technology to enhance the wellbeing and safety of patients who are in a significant mental health crisis.
We are the first mental health trust in the North West to partner with Oxehealth, a company that provides patient monitoring systems.
The innovative Oxevision technology has been installed across all our seclusion rooms and 136 suites, places of safety where people can be assessed if detained under the Mental Health Act.
The new system uses sensors to remotely measure a patient’s pulse and breathing, by detecting changes in skin tone and chest movements, even when they are under bedding.
Rachael Osborne, acute service manager and clinical lead for the project, said: “This new technology complements the vital role of our clinicians and ensures patients who are in a significant mental health crisis are kept safe at all times.”
The optical sensor relays information to clinicians, which viewing screens installed in nursing offices.
The sensor also sends an alert if a patient at risk of falling gets out of bed, or if a patient displays behaviour that may be a risk to their safety.
Rachael adds: “It will not replace human contact, but it does give us the opportunity to observe our patients from a distance without the need to disturb them unnecessarily, particularly at night.
“This helps patients to remain calm and settled as we’re able to respect their privacy and dignity; but we can also quickly intervene to support the wellbeing and safety of patients if we need to.”
Visit our Oxevision FAQs page or watch this video featuring Matt Walsh, south division network director for quality, to learn more: