Systems, devices, and methods for integrated patient service center
Bodily fluid sample collection systems, devices, and method are provided. The device may comprise a first portion comprising at least a sample collection channel configured to draw the fluid sample into the sample collection channel via a first type of motive force. The sample collection device may include a second portion comprising a sample container for receiving the bodily fluid sample collected in the sample collection channel, the sample container operably engagable to be in fluid communication with the collection channel, whereupon when fluid communication is established, the container provides a second motive force different from the first motive force to move a majority of the bodily fluid sample from the channel into the container.
1. An integrated patient service center unit for use with a user and a user interface, the unit comprising:
a station having a lockable cover securing at least one portion of the station;
a user accommodation section defined by the station and adapted to enable an interaction between the station and the user;
a user interface holder adapted to support a user interface to permit the user to input data, wherein the lockable cover is configured for securing the user interface and the user interface holder;
a refrigerated, temperature controlled sample storage location that is configured to be accessible through a first opening; and
a separate lockable access panel for the sample storage location, separate from the lockable cover.
2. The integrated patient service center of claim 1 further comprising a plurality of lockable wheels coupled to the station.
3. The integrated patient service center of claim 1 further comprising a table coupled to the station.
4. The integrated patient service center of claim 3 wherein the table is configured fold out from at least one off a side surface of the station.
5. The integrated patient service center of claim 3 wherein the table is configured fold out from at least a front surface of the station.
6. The integrated patient service center of claim 3 wherein the table has an adjustable height.
7. The integrated patient service center of claim 3 where the table comprises separate support leg(s) as long as things can be folded away/compact when not in use.
8. The integrated patient service center of claim 1 further comprising a privacy screen adapted to be drawn around the integrated patient service center to create a privacy space when rendering patient service.
9. The integrated patient service center of claim 8 wherein at least one portion of integrated patient service center is configured to extend above a height of the privacy screen, that would allow for branding visibility even when the privacy screen is drawn.
10. The integrated patient service center of claim 1 comprising at least one of the following: a printer, a touchscreen monitor, a non-touch monitor, a keyboard tray, a keyboard, a computer mouse, a USB Wifi Dongle, a Power Strip, a Surge Protector, a Scanner, a Collection Table, a Refrigerator, a Refrigerator Thermometer, a Supply Cabinet, a supply Drawer, or a Wifi Hotspot device.
11. The integrated patient service center of claim 1 the patient service center has a sharps container and a biohazard bin.
12. The integrated patient service center of claim 1 lockable cover is movable from a first position to a second position to close an opening that allows access to the user interface.
13. The integrated patient service center of claim 1 further comprising a controlled temperature storage unit that is lockable for storage of fluid samples obtained from the patient.
14. The integrated patient service center of claim 1 wherein the separate lockable access panel is on a side of the station to access the sample storage location.
15. The integrated patient service center of claim 1 wherein the separate lockable access panel is on a rear surface of the station to allow access to the sample storage location.
16. The integrated patient service center of claim 3 wherein the table comprises a thermal control areas to increase blood flow to a target area and thus increase the speed with which sufficient blood or other bodily fluid can be drawn from a subject.
17. The integrated patient service center of claim 16 the thermal control areas are configured to heat a target tissue to about 40° C. to 50° C.
18. The integrated patient service center of claim 16 the thermal control areas are configured to heat a temperature range of about 44° C. to 47° C.
19. An integrated patient service center comprising:
a station having a lockable cover securing at least one portion of the station;
a user accommodation section of the station adapted to locate a user in at least one position that enables an interaction between the station and the user;
a user interface adapted to permit a user to input data relevant to the user; wherein said at least one position enables the user to position a portion of their body onto a work surface for obtaining patient service; and
a secured, temperature controlled sample storage location that is configured to be accessible through a first opening and a second opening, wherein a key, code, or structure to open one opening does not open another opening.