How Does My Non-Wireless Monitor Work?
by Rebecca N. Revell, RN, BSN, CCDS
by Rebecca N. Revell, RN, BSN, CCDS
Manufacturers of implanted cardiac device have tried to make remote monitoring more convenient for patients and caregivers by automating data transfer. Most implanted devices now offer this automatic monitoring through either radiofrequency transmitters (RF) or Bluetooth technology embedded in the cardiac device. These devices are referred to as ‘wireless’ devices, and they have been shown to improve the connection between patients and their cardiology offices.
Wireless devices can make a connection with your paired home monitor, typically at night while you are sleeping. For this connection to occur, your home monitor must first be paired with your implanted cardiac device. After this one-time set-up, the monitor must remain plugged in to power within 4-10 feet of where you sleep at night. Some home monitors may also require a phone line, cellular adapter, or ethernet adapter to be plugged in as well, to send the data to your clinic.
During the nightly automatic connection, your implanted cardiac device sends any device-related or heart rhythm-related alerts to your cardiologist. This can include information about your device’s battery status, prolonged abnormal heart rhythms, and device or lead malfunction. If your doctor’s office has scheduled a full remote check-up, this also occurs during the nightly automatic connection. There is no need to interact with the home monitor unless instructed by your doctor or device clinic.
Some important information for patients with wireless devices includes:
To learn if your device is wireless or non-wireless, or how to pair, connect, and troubleshoot your wireless monitor, use this PaceMate website LINK to find your specific remote monitoring equipment user guide and manufacturer manual.
Find answers to frequently asked questions (FAQ) about remote monitoring and how it works HERE. You can also access live support Monday – Friday 8 AM-7 PM through our Patient Support Line at 66-PACEMATE Option 1.
by Rebecca N. Revell, RN, BSN, CCDS, PaceMate™ Director of Communication Services, and Robin Leahy,...
by Rebecca N. Revell, RN, BSN, CCDS, PaceMate™ Director of Patient Services Robin Leahy, MSPH, BSN,...