In healthcare, the remote monitoring of patients is of increasing importance, even more driven by the COVID-19 pandemic. With remote monitoring, patients are continuously monitored outside the hospital, either before hospitalization (e.g. for chronically ill persons) or afterwards (e.g. patients dismissed after a clinical intervention such as an operation). The advantages of remote patient monitoring are manifold, compared to hospital care. Patient wellbeing and comfort are increased since the person can stay in her/his preferred home environment and close to their relatives.