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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Voalte Patient Safety, Part Number 4.0, V4.0.000 to 4.0.401, used with the Centrella Bed

Reported: July 5, 2023 Initiated: May 19, 2023 #Z-2006-2023

Product Description

Voalte Patient Safety, Part Number 4.0, V4.0.000 to 4.0.401, used with the Centrella Bed

Reason for Recall

Baxter identified a potential risk where the "safety" monitoring and "bed exit" monitoring features may enter a permanent state of alert suppression. In this state, a caregiver may not be alerted remotely when assigned patient protocols (bed exit, siderail position, brakes off, height of bed changes, head of bed angle, and/or turn reminders) are turned off.

Details

Units Affected
8 software versions
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution in the states of OR, SC, VA, TN, GA, NC, CO, NC, FL.
Location
Deerfield, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Voalte Patient Safety, Part Number 4.0, V4.0.000 to 4.0.401, used with the Centrella Bed. Recalled by Baxter Healthcare Corporation. Units affected: 8 software versions.
Why was this product recalled?
Baxter identified a potential risk where the "safety" monitoring and "bed exit" monitoring features may enter a permanent state of alert suppression. In this state, a caregiver may not be alerted remotely when assigned patient protocols (bed exit, siderail position, brakes off, height of bed changes, head of bed angle, and/or turn reminders) are turned off.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 5, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2006-2023.