The CHF Hospital At Home service was created based on the understanding that treatment of patients with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) is highly complicated and therefore requires extensive cooperation between the treatment team accompanying the patient, the family and the community. The objectives of this ward are to extend their life expectancy whilst maintaining the best quality of life and comfort, and preventing or slowing down the progression of the disease, reducing hospital admisions and rational use of medicines and tests.
How does the Home Cardiac Insufficiency service work?
During Home Hospitalization, the CHF patients are designated a team of health professionals cares for them duration of the treatment at home. The first home cisit will take place within 24 hours of admittance, and during that visit, the physician will perform a precise diagnosis of the patient and prepare a personalized treatment program for him. Staff members will conduct a prearranged home visits and, in accordance with the treatment program, will provide round the clock monitoring of the patient, and will always be available to him. The treatment includes the use of a unique technology which enables close monitoring and the real-time updating of the staff regarding the condition of the patient.
What will the service look like from the perspective of the patient and his family?
The meeting with Sabar Health will start with the reception visit by a nurse and a doctor’s visit, either in person or remotely, as required. Also, a visit by a social worker to get acquainted, set expectations and collect full information from the patient and his family. We believe that an immediate, professional and sufficient response by the treating nurse, in conjunction with proactive actions will enable the patient and the family to feel protected on the one hand, and to be participants in the promotion of the best quality of life for the patient on the other. As a result, there is significant reduction in the need for the different healthcare services. The emphasis on home hospitalization for cardiac insufficiency patients at Sabar Health is that the nurse manages the treatment of the patient, is personally and directly accessible without mediation from the center, and is also the first port of call for any kind of referral. The success of the program depends on close accompaniment, accessibility, support and addressing all the issues that are bothering the patient and his family.
Technology for monitoring Cardiac Insufficiency patients at home
Smart medicine boxA smart weekly-medicine box into which all the daily medicines prescribed to the patient are placed, alerts and beeps as a reminder to take the medicines, or indeed, if they are not taken on time. The staff receives an automatic update when the medicine is not taken or taken late, and can remind the patient to take the medicine. The smart box significantly improves the consecutiveness of taking the medicines in chronic patients, and also their quality of life and health condition. It is very easy to operate and user-friendly
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Mobile ultrasound deviceA manual ultrasound device, among the smallest in the world, a device that connects to a laptop and enables a real-time test and long-term saving of data. The device aids in the initial identification of arterial or intestinal blockage, fluids in body spaces, irregularities in the activity of the heart and other manifestations that could put the patients at risk. A primary diagnose will assist in providing appropriate, precise and immediate treatment
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Mobile ECG deviceSabar Health is the only company that provides a mobile ECG service a part of the Home Hospitalization for Cardiac Insufficiency. This device is the only one of its kind approved for use by the the FDA. The mobile ECG identifies a wide range of conditions including arrhythmias, bradycardia, tachycardia and normal sinus rhythm, using a short, 30-second test. The test is performed using an electrode that transmits real-time data to the treatment team
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An user-friendly app for measuring and updating measurementsThe user-friendly app is installed on the mobile device of the the main care and the treatment staff, to enable immediate updating of the patient’s measurements, including blood pressure, body temperature, weight etc. The team is updated regarding all data in real time, and through the app it is possible to monitor the condition of the patient over time and pass on medical recommendations in the event of changes. The app also includes relevant information, contact options and medical recommendations
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