US Patent:
20050069859, Mar 31, 2005
Inventors:
Gaye Cherry - North Little Rock AR, US
International Classification:
B43L001/00
Abstract:
A method for communicating between patients and caregivers comprises the use of a chart that includes a pictographic symbol and a corresponding wording presented in multiple languages. The method allows for communication with non-verbal patients, as well as patients who are verbal but do not speak the same language as the caregiver, using only one chart. The chart allows the patient to answer simple questions, and further allows the caregiver to ask basic questions concerning such matters as patient condition and comfort. The chart may be implemented using a substrate and a stylus for selection of chart regions, or may be implemented as a display screen, including the use of a touchscreen.
