Code Paging: Leave Nothing to Chance
Although smartphones and Wi-Fi networks may seem a cleaner, single-device alternative to traditional dedicated code paging systems, this is an illusion. Smart phones are susceptible to dropped calls and dead zones within the hospital. They are also vulnerable to temporary availability issues during times of peak usage, and outright outages during hurricanes, earthquakes, blackouts, and other regional emergencies. Wi-Fi, with its reliance on multiple low-power access points, is susceptible to dead spots, unregulated RF interference, and temporary or chronic IT issues. These types of issues, while minor annoyances to normal users, may have deadly consequences when they happen during a code alert.
The best solution for code alerting is a response paging system. This type of system delivers code alerts within five seconds to all intended recipients, and then tracks who receives, reads, and replies to each message. High power digital transmitters and dedicated channels ensure that no dead spots, RF interference, or IT issues stand between the patient and the critical response personnel who will help him or her.