Using the Delivery Modes
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The following sections explain how to operate the pump in the different delivery
modes. After setting up the pump and the infusion, always check the battery 4status to
ensure it is sufficient for the desired infusion program.
Continuous Mode .................................................................................................. 96
Multi-step Mode ................................................................................................. 124
Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Mode ................................................................... 133
Intermittent Mode ............................................................................................... 140
Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) Mode ............................................................... 150
Epidural Mode ..................................................................................................... 161
Continuous Mode
The following sections will be reviewed:
Infusion Parameters: Continuous Mode ................................................................... 99
Starting a Continuous Infusion ................................................................................ 99
Continuous Mode: Mid-infusion Actions ................................................................ 110
In this mode, the pump infuses fluid at a constant, programmed rate.
Figure 5.1. Continuous Flow Profile
Chapter 5: Using the Delivery Modes