SCHEDULING SOFTWARE

Atlas Business Solutions, Inc., offers Visual Staff Scheduler PRO 8.0 (VSS PRO 8.0), nurse scheduling software that simplifies creating and managing work schedules. VSS PRO 8.0 gives users the power to create custom schedules quickly; ensure coverage; reduce overtime; rotate schedules; and easily make changes, track time-off requests, print, publish, or e-mail schedules and reports.

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For more information, visit Atlas Business Solutions, Inc., at http://www.abs-usa.com.

INFUSION SAFETY

B. Braun 's Outlook Safety Infusion System is designed to ensure the right patient receives the right drug and the right dose. Available in four levels of extendable platform technology, the system allows hospitals to choose the level of medication safety to meet their needs. DoseGuard technology notifies clinicians if institution-defined dose limits are exceeded. DoseScan pump-based, bar-code technology features automated checks and balances that augment the manual procedures commonly in use.

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For more information, visit http://www.bbraunusa.com.

OVERDOSE TREATMENT

Cumberland Pharmaceuticals launched Acetadote (acetylcysteine) Injection; the only FDA-approved intravenous acetylcysteine. Used as a treatment for acetaminophen overdose, Acetadote can prevent or lessen the associated hepatic injury. Acetadote is administered I.V. over 20 hours, significantly reducing treatment time.

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For more information, visit http://www.acetadote.com.

VENTILATION SYSTEM

SmartCare, from Drager Medical, is a knowledge-based ventilation system developed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the weaning process. SmartCare automates the weaning process, using continuously measured parameters and patient respiratory profiles. As the level of ventilator support is adjusted automatically, the patient's response and ability to adapt to each change in support is evaluated.

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For more information, visit Drager Medical, Inc., at http://www.draegermedical.com.

SURGICAL GOWNS

The Kimberly-Clark Color-Key neckbands are color-keyed within the company's three surgical gown lines. Now you can instantly recognize which Kimberly-Clark gown to choose for the level of protection you need. The Color-Key also makes it easy to track the number of different types of gowns frequently used, simplifying inventory management and decreasing waste from overstocking.

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For more information, visit http://www.kchealthcare.com.

MOBILE CART

Lionville Systems ' iCart blends the needs of nursing and information technology to provide a workstation for mobile computing, point-of-care medication administration, and bar-code scanning. Its point-of-care features are flexible technology platform, high-capacity power solution (optional), maneuverability, and ergonomics. Its nurse-friendly features are ample work surface with optional cup dispensers, night-light, waste bin, sharps disposal, I.V. pole, customizable patient medication and supply storage, and advanced keyless entry and automatic relocking system to ensure regulatory compliance.

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For more information, contact Lionville Systems, Inc., at http://www.lionville.com/.

SKIN PREP

ChloraPrep, from Medi-Flex, is now available in a 26-ml applicator with Scrub Teal tint. ChloraPrep is the only 2% chlorhexidine and 70% iso-propyl alcohol skin prep that's FDA approved and meets CDC guidelines. Clinical evidence demonstrates that ChloraPrep possesses better immediate, residual, and cumulative antibacterial properties than iodophors and, unlike povidone iodine, ChloraPrep remains active in the presence of blood, serum, and other protein-rich biomaterials.

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For more information, visit http://www.medi-flex.com.

SENSOR PADS

Sensatec Fall Management Solution from RF Technologies monitors persons at risk of falling through specially engineered sensor pads placed on beds and chairs. As weight is removed from the sensor pad, the control unit audibly alerts staff, allowing them to respond quickly.

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For more information, visit http://www.rft.com.

NURSE CALL SYSTEM

Zettler Sentinel Touch from SimplexGrinnell is a PC-based, networked, nurse-call system that features intuitive touch-screen interface, providing immediate voice connection to patients and staff on a unit or throughout the facility. The system instantly sends service assignments to caregivers, prioritizes pages, and displays vital patient data.

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For more information, visit http://www.simplexgrinnell.com.

BED MANAGEMENT TOOL

Tele-Tracking Technologies, Inc., introduces Bedboardmobile, the industry's first wireless, handheld bed management tool. Bedboard-mobile seeks to dramatically improve a bed manager's or a patient-placement coordinator's ability to make smart bed management decisions while on the patient care front lines. This intuitive bed management tool let's nurses solve critical patient flow challenges from anywhere in the hospital, all on an easy-to-use PDA. And since it's wireless, updates can be obtained immediately whether they're made in bed control or on the PDA, keeping everybody on the same page.

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For more information, contact Tele-Tracking Technologies, Inc., at http://www.teletracking.com.

CARDIAC PUMP

Zoll Medical 's AutoPulse Non-invasive Cardiac Support Pump works as an adjunct to CPR efforts. AutoPulse can do chest compressions that humans can't, while moving a greater amount of blood more effectively to the heart and brain. The automated, portable device is comprised of a backboard and a simple LifeBand that fastens across a patient's chest.

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For more information, contact Zoll Medical at http://www.zoll.com.