BD Alaris - Chapter 4-Alaris PCA Module Model 8120; Getting Started; Introduction; Attaching and Detaching Dose Request Cord

Chapter 4—Alaris™ PCA Module Model 8120
202 BD Alaris
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Suite MX User Manual
Getting Started
Introduction
This section of the user manual provides PCA module (model 8120) instructions and information. It is
used in conjunction with:
• Drug product labeling
• Syringe Module Model 8110 and PCA Model 8120 Technical Service Manual
• PCU chapter of this manual (see Getting Started
on page 16)
•
System maintenance software (and its instructions) for system che
ck-in, maintenance, and
configurations for connecting the PCUs to the wireless network
The PCA module (patient controlled analgesia) is intended for facilities that use syringe pumps for t
he
delivery of medications or fluids. The PCA module is indicated for use on adults, pediatrics, and neonates
for continuous or intermittent delivery through clinically acceptable routes of administration; such as,
intravenous (IV), subcutaneous, or epidural. Although multiple PCA modules may electrically connect,
only one PCA module will have PCA module functionality.
Administration Sets/Syringes: See General Informat
ion on page 241 for specific administration set and
syringe instructions.
• Administration Set Information
• Compatible Syringes
Alarms, Errors, Messages: See Troubleshooting and Maintenance on
page 323 for module-specific
alarms, errors, and messages.
Contraindications: None kn
own.
Electromagnetic Environment: See Appe
ndix A, Regulations and Standards on page 354 and
Compliance on page 35
4.
Attaching and Detaching Dose Request Cord
The dose request cord must be attached to the PCA module when delivering a PCA dose or PCA +
continuous dose infusion.
WARNING
Read all instructions, for both the PCA module and PCU, before using the system.
WARNING
Carefully locate the dose request cord to reduce the possibility of patient entanglement or
strangulation.