call light


A bedside button tethered to the wall in a patient’s room, which directs signals the nursing station; a call light usually indicates that the patient has a need or perceived need requiring attention from the nurse on duty

call light

A device used by a patient to signal his or her need for assistance from professional staff. It typically consists of a wireless remote control at the bedside, linked to a beeper, buzzer, cellular phone, chime, or light panel. See also: light