hälytymähäiriö
Hälytymähäiriö, also known as alarm fatigue or alarm desensitization, is a phenomenon where individuals become accustomed to frequent and often non-critical alarms, leading to a reduced response to subsequent alarms. This can occur in various settings, including healthcare, industrial environments, and even in personal devices. In healthcare, for instance, continuous monitoring devices like ECG or vital sign monitors can generate numerous alarms, many of which are false positives or do not require immediate intervention. Over time, nurses and other healthcare professionals may begin to ignore these alarms, potentially missing critical events.
The causes of hälytymähäiriö are multifaceted. They can include poorly calibrated equipment, the prevalence of false
Addressing hälytymähäiriö requires a systematic approach. Strategies include optimizing alarm parameters to reduce false positives, implementing