20130096389 | CHAIN OF CUSTODY FOR PHYSIOLOGICAL MONITORING SYSTEM - A chain of custody device is provided. The chain of custody device includes a strap for attaching to a body part of a patient. The chain of custody device further includes a receiver connected to the strap and operable to be connected to a physiological monitoring system via a cable. The receiver stores an identifier that is readable by the physiological monitoring system and is usable by the physiological monitoring system to verify that the physiological monitoring system is connected to a correct chain of custody device. The chain of custody device further comprises a security means for preventing undetected removal of the strap and/or receiver. A system comprising the physiological monitoring system and the chain of custody device, and a method for using such system are also described. | 04-18-2013 |