1.3.1
Visual Nurse Call Subsystem (VS)
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NOTE: The use of visual systems in military
facilities is limited. Verify user requirements,
via the AIC/EIC.
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Hardwired system which shall provide audible signaling and visual
annunciation of emergency or code calls, utilizing light and tone signals.
Type and location of equipment shall be as indicated.
1.3.2
Audio-Visual Nurse Call Subsystem (AVS)
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NOTE: Audio-visual systems are primarily used in
medical inpatient treatment areas. Hardwired
systems are permitted in facilities with limited bed
space. Microprocessor-controlled systems generally
allow more system flexibility and are normally used
when program-controlled features are desired.
Verify user requirements, via the AIC/EIC.
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[Hardwired] [Microprocessor-controlled] system which shall provide audible
signaling and visual annunciation of patient and staff calls, as well as
audio communications. Type and location of equipment shall be as indicated.
[1.3.3
Centralized Nurse Call Subsystem (CS)
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NOTE: Centralized systems allow calls from
different nurse call systems to be answered from
another location. AVS microprocessor-controlled
systems operating in slave or master mode are
permitted as centralized systems so long as the
combined systems occupy the same floor. Some type
of staff locator feature may be desirable with
centralized systems. The user may prefer radio or
beeper equipment in lieu of staff locator stations.
Verify user requirements, via the AIC/EIC.
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Consist of microprocessor-controlled audio-visual subsystems with the
capability of each AVS to operate independently or in a slave/master mode,
selectively. Type and location of equipment shall be as indicated.
][1.3.4
Central Processor Controlled Subsystem (CPCS)
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NOTE: The CPCS is the more sophisticated nurse call
system which can provide information storage and
retrieval capabilities which may be useful for drug,
dietary, or other patient data. Printers are
usually included with these systems. Do not specify
CPCS equipment unless directed by the AIC/EIC. The
text of this article (if used) must be developed to
suit the particular project.
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