On this page
01. The problem02. How a call travels03. What to check before you buy04. How we set it up05. What we supply06. How to put it to the hospital07. Get a free survey and quote08. FAQ
Older patients may be unsteady, hard of hearing or unsure which button to press. Here is how a call system helps.
Key takeaways
- One obvious button
- Cords in bathrooms
- Staff see the room
- Fewer unseen falls
01The problem
An older patient may not remember where the button is, may press the wrong one or may not press at all. The system has to be simple: one obvious button, a cord in the bathroom, a lamp the staff recognise and a station that names the room. Simplicity is the safety feature.
02How a call travels
03What to check before you buy
| Check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Simplicity | One clear button per bed, labelled |
| Large keys | For weak grip and poor eyesight |
| Bathroom cords | Reachable from the floor |
| Night lighting | A button that can be found in the dark |
| Backup power | Controller, switches and station keep working when the mains fails |
| Weekly test | Press every point and keep a log |
04How we set it up
- 01Walk a geriatric wardWe note every bed, room, bathroom, door and the station.
- 02Match the partsButtons, call points, lamps, station and display to the plan.
- 03Cable and powerNetwork cable and backup power to every position.
- 04Fit and pairEvery button paired to the right room.
- 05Test and trainWe press every point and train each shift.
05What we supply
We design, supply and install nurse call systems for wards, clinics and care homes, on IP and SIP networks. Fanvil's IP nurse call range is one option we quote, alongside others, and we recommend whichever fits your ward. Send us the room count and we reply with a written quote.
06How to put it to the hospital
Start with the problem in a geriatric ward that the people you are speaking to already know, then show the lamp over the door and the message at the station. Quote the buttons, call points, lamps and station for a geriatric ward, and say clearly that the system supports staff and does not replace rounds.
07Get a free survey and quote
08Frequently asked questions
What if a patient is confused?
Staff rounds still matter; the system adds a way to call.
Can the button glow in the dark?
Ask us for a button that is easy to find at night.
Do relatives press it?
Yes, brief them.
