PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Philips IntelliVue MX450 is a portable and bedside patient monitor designed for high-demand clinical environments, including intensive care, emergency departments, and intra-hospital transport. It combines a compact, modular design with a 12-inch touchscreen display to provide comprehensive and flexible vital signs monitoring.
Key features
Display and interface
- 12-inch color touchscreen: Features a wide-screen, 1280 x 800 resolution display for clear and quick viewing of patient data.
- Ambient light sensor: Automatically adjusts screen brightness to maintain readability in varying light conditions.
- Intuitive user interface: The easy-to-use menu is common across the IntelliVue line, reducing training time for clinicians.
- Adjustable screen layouts: Allows for flexible display of measurement information to suit different needs.
Modular and flexible monitoring
- Modular design: Can be used with Philips Multi-Measurement Modules (MMS) or the X2 module to expand its monitoring capabilities with plug-and-play convenience.
- Diverse applications: Supports monitoring requirements for various departments, including anesthesia, cardiac, neonatal, and general care.
- Calculations: Includes software for drug, ventilation, hemodynamic, and oxygenation calculations.
Portability and design
- Portable design: Features a built-in handle and runs on battery power, making it suitable for in-hospital transport.
- Robust construction: Engineered to withstand the rigors of frequent transport.
- Infection control: The monitor's passive cooling system (no fan blades) and smooth surfaces help to minimize the accumulation and distribution of pathogens.
Data connectivity and management
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) integration: Connects with clinical information systems to share patient data and contribute to a comprehensive EMR.
- Wired and wireless options: Supports both wired LAN and optional WLAN connectivity for enhanced network integration.
- Centralized monitoring: Seamlessly integrates with the Philips IntelliVue Information Center for central patient data management.
Alarm management
- Advanced alarm management: Features that help reduce unnecessary alarms and prioritize critical events.
- Audible and visual alarms: Provides different alarm sounds and color-coded, flashing alarm messages to alert staff of varying levels of severity.
- Event surveillance: Automatically detects changes in a patient's condition and stores a detailed record of the episode.
