Infusion Device Analyzer
How to Test PCA Pumps
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When ENTER is pushed in the Loading Dose field, the PCA screen changes to the Prime
Mode screen shown in Figure 8. Refer to the Flow Tests section and prime the channel.
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Figure 8. PCA Screen - Prime Mode
When the channel is primed, the Prime button is replaced by the AutoStart and Start
buttons. If the basal flow rate is 0.00, select Start to begin the test. Select Autostart if
the basal flow rate is not 0.00.
When the test is in operation, the product monitors basal flow rate, number of boluses
delivered, bolus flow rates, volumes, and durations as shown in Table 16. Bolus intervals
are also monitored. Figure 9 shows a graph of the supplied boluses and average
parameters for all boluses. When a dual flow pump is tested, it is shown as a single, large
bolus followed by the secondary flow.
Table 16. PCA Screen in Active Mode
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Menu Control Description
Graph Shows a graph of the test. See Figure 9.
Trig
Adds a marker to the saved data when pushed. Push ENTER at the same time as
patient demand on the pump.
End Stops the test.
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