Use Case Repository
Sending a device measurement to a mobile app using Bluetooth® or Zigbee®
Scenario context:
With the constant innovations in mobile apps and wearable devices, healthcare parameters can be easily obtained and sent to mobile or pc-based applications, using wireless technologies such as Bluetooth®, Zigbee®, Wi-Fi etc. The Continua Health Alliance has created design guidelines for the exchange of medical information on the basis of existing and accepted standards. The patient has internet access, and a blood pressure meter that can send its data using Bluetooth® or Zigbee®.
Actors:
Blood pressure meter
Mobile app
Transactions:
The blood pressure meter sends the measured data via Bluetooth to a nearby mobile phone, tablet or pc
The Mobile app receives the measurements, and shows them through its user interface
Technical Process Flow:
- Patient uses an electronic blood pressure meter to measure his/her blood pressure
- The information is sent to the mobile application
- The patient is informed that the information has been received
Associated profiles and standards:
Possible issues:
Data encryption may be needed to send the information over Bluetooth or Zigbee.
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