Medical term:
monitor
monitor
[mon´ĭ-ter]1. to check constantly on a given condition or phenomenon, e.g., blood pressure or heart or respiration rate.
2. an apparatus by which such conditions or phenomena can be constantly observed and recorded.
ambulatory ECG monitor a portable continuous electrocardiograph recorder, typically monitoring two channels for 24 hours; it is used to detect the frequency and duration of cardiac rhythm disturbances and to assess pacemaker programming. The term is sometimes used synonymously with Holter monitor.
apnea monitor a device with alarms, used to detect cessation of breathing, most commonly used in neonates and infants who have demonstrated apnea or who may be at risk for developing apnea. These monitors can be used in the hospital or in the patient's home.
Holter monitor a type of ambulatory ECG monitor.
Miller-Keane Encyclopedia and Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health, Seventh Edition. © 2003 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier, Inc. All rights reserved.
mon·i·tor
(mon'i-tŏr, -tōr),A device that displays and/or records specified data for a given series of events, operations, or circumstances.
[L., one who warns, fr. moneo, pp. monitum, to warn]
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monitor
EBMA person employed by a drug sponsor or clinical research organisation (CRO) who is responsible for ensuring that a trial is being conducted in accordance with the protocol and good clinical practice (GCP) guidances. Monitors work with the clinical research co-ordinator to check all data and documentation from the trial.
Monitor's duties
Helping plan and initiate a trial; assessing the conduct of trials; assisting in data analysis, interpretation and extrapolation.
Monitor
The independent (non-departmental public body or quango) regulator of NHS Foundation Trusts. Once a trust has been authorised (granted Foundation status), Monitor monitors its activities to ensure ongoing compliance with the terms under which the trust was granted Foundation status. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) benchmarks a trust against healthcare standards, and sends Monitor copies of its inspection reports. Monitor may intervene in Foundation trust operations if it fails to meet healthcare standards, or if there is an "Omega Threat" incident, or if some aspect of its activities results in a significant breach in the terms of its authorisation.Segen's Medical Dictionary. © 2012 Farlex, Inc. All rights reserved.
monitor
Clinical medicine A device which assesses the status of a particular parameter. See Apnea monitor, Holter monitor Managed care Any parameter regularly and consistently used to evaluate quality of care Lab medicineA component of an instrument that detects physical or chemical fluctuations in electromagnetic radiation.McGraw-Hill Concise Dictionary of Modern Medicine. © 2002 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
mon·i·tor
(mon'i-tŏr)1. A device that displays or records specified data for a given series of events, operations, or circumstances.
2. To assess a function of the body on a close constant basis.
[L., one who warns, fr. moneo, pp. monitum, to warn]
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012
monitor
(mon'it-or) [L. monitor, adviser]1. One who observes a condition, procedure, or apparatus, esp. one responsible for detecting and preventing malfunction.
2. A device that provides a warning signal when another device fails or malfunctions or when a measurement threshold is reached.
3. To check by using an electronic device.
apnea monitor
See: apnea monitoringBeck airway airflow monitor
Abbreviation: BAAMSee: Beck airway airflow monitor
blood glucose monitor
Glucometer.blood pressure monitor
A device that automatically obtains and usually records the blood pressure at certain intervals, using the direct or indirect method of determining pressure. In some models, an alarm or light signal is activated if the pressure rises or falls to an abnormal level.
cardiac monitor
A visual and/or audible recording of each electrical impulse or physical contraction of the heart.
continuous ambulatory electrocardiographic monitor
Holter monitor
event monitor
Loop recorder.fetal monitor
1. A monitor that detects and displays fetal heartbeat.
2. Assessment of fetus in utero with respect to its heart rate by use of electrocardiogram or by chemical analysis of the amniotic fluid or fetal blood. See: fetal heart rate monitoring; fetal monitoring in utero
glucose monitor
Glucometer.Holter monitor
See: Holter monitorimpedance monitor
A device used to detect variations in respiratory rate and volume. It measures changes in the electrical impedance of the chest as the patient breathes. It may be used in intensive care units to monitor critically ill patients or in private residences to detect apnea, esp. in sleeping infants.
PEAK FLOW MONITORING
peak flow monitor
A handheld device used to assess the maximum expiratory flow (in liters/minute) in patients with asthma and chronic obstructive lung disease.
See: illustrationpersonal radiation monitor
A small device worn or carried by a person to measure the accumulated radiation dosage over a period of time.
See: dosimeterrespiratory monitor
Respiratory function monitoring
temperature monitor
A monitor for measuring and recording temperature of the body or some particular portion of the body.
unit monitor
In radiation therapy, a calibrated unit of dose that determines the length of the treatment.
uterine activity monitor
An electronic sensor applied to or worn around the abdomen to note and record uterine contractions and fetal heart tones.
Patient care
Such sensors are sometimes used by patients at home, particularly if they have a history of preterm delivery. If home monitoring is used, patients are taught to apply the monitor daily and transmit the data by telephone to a health care professional for analysis. After analyzing the data, a telephone assessment for symptoms and signs of preterm labor is conducted, with necessary advice given to the patient.
vaccine vial monitor
A heat-sensitive indicator on the outside of a vaccine bottle that changes color when the vaccine has been exposed to excessively high temperatures, making it unsafe for patient use.
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mon·i·tor
(mon'i-tŏr)1. A device that displays and/or records specified data for a given series of events, operations, or circumstances.
2. To observe over time.
[L., one who warns, fr. moneo, pp. monitum, to warn]
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012
Patient discussion about monitor
Q. I'd like to know if anyone could recommend a good and reliable bood pressure monitor to use at home. I've recently been diagnosed with very high blood pressure and am now on a perscribed medication for it, Thanks for your time
A. thanks Davina, appreciate your time.
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If you have any question about this article just ask me. I know this doctor personally and I wrote also already letters to newspapers about this topic which have been published.
We have to understand first what this handout express. Take it easy, I had also little difficulty to believe how simple in fact it is. People here has to understand fundamental things about food qualities. The faster you understand, the better you will manage your health and your life! Go for it Mick!
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