GE B20 Patient Monitor Silicon Keypress for CARESCAPE B20

Product Specification

GE B20 patient Monitor Keypad, Keypad Panel, Keypress PN 2050566-002 02EN

The **GE B20 Patient Monitor Keypad** is an essential input interface for the **CARESCAPE B20** patient monitor, designed for ease of use in clinical settings. Below are its key features and functions:

### **Key Features:**
1. **Ergonomic Design**
- Tactile, responsive buttons for quick navigation even in high-pressure environments.
- Backlit keys (optional, depending on model) for visibility in low-light conditions.

2. **Dedicated Function Keys**
- **Alarm Silence/Settings**: Quickly mute alarms or adjust alarm limits.
- **Menu Navigation**: Access settings, waveforms, and trend data.
- **Parameter Selection**: Direct keys for ECG, SpO₂, NIBP, respiration, and temperature.

3. **Durability & Hygiene**
- Spill-resistant design (some models may have IP ratings).
- Easy-to-clean surface for infection control compliance.

4. **Integration with B20 Monitor**
- Works seamlessly with the **CARESCAPE B20** system for real-time patient monitoring.
- Supports customization of displayed parameters and layouts.

### **Common Uses:**
- Adjusting alarm thresholds.
- Starting/stopping NIBP measurements.
- Reviewing trends or stored data.
- Configuring display layouts (e.g., waveform size, parameter placement).

### **Compatibility:**
- Designed specifically for the **GE CARESCAPE B20** monitor (not interchangeable with other GE models like B40/B450).

The **GE CARESCAPE B20 Patient Monitor** is a compact, versatile vital signs monitor designed for use in general wards, emergency departments, and other clinical settings. It provides continuous monitoring of key patient parameters with a user-friendly interface and robust connectivity options.

### **Key Features:**
1. **Multi-Parameter Monitoring**
- Tracks **ECG, SpO₂ (pulse oximetry), NIBP (non-invasive blood pressure), respiration, temperature**, and optional **etCO₂ (capnography)**.
- **High-resolution color display** (typically 8.4-inch or larger) for clear waveform and parameter visualization.

2. **Intuitive Interface**
- **Touchscreen and physical keypad** (varies by model) for easy navigation.
- **Customizable layouts** to prioritize critical parameters.

3. **Alarm Management**
- **Adjustable alarm limits** with visual/audible alerts to enhance patient safety.
- **Prioritized alarms** (e.g., red for critical, yellow for advisory).

4. **Connectivity & Data Management**
- **GE CARESCAPE Network compatibility** for integration with hospital EMR/EHR systems.
- **Trend storage and review** (e.g., 72-hour trends for some parameters).

5. **Portability & Durability**
- **Lightweight and battery-powered** (4+ hours backup, depending on usage).
- **Spill-resistant design** (some models meet IPX1 standards).

### **Typical Applications:**
- **General ward monitoring**
- **Emergency rooms & ambulances**
- **Post-anesthesia care (PACU)**
- **Long-term patient observation**