Getting Started; Introduction - CareFusion Alaris 8015 User Manual

This section of the User Manual provides PCA module (Model
8120) instructions and information. It is used in conjunction
with:
• Alaris product administration set instructions
• Drug product labeling
• PCA Module Technical Service Manual
• PC unit chapter of this User Manual
• System Maintenance software (and its instructions) for
Alaris System check-in, maintenance, and wireless configuration
The PCA module (Patient Controlled Analgesia) is intended for
facilities that use syringe pumps for the 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. Only one
PCA module can be connected to the Alaris System.
Administration Sets/Syringes: See "General Information" for
specific administration set and syringe instructions.
• Administration Set Information
• Compatible Syringes
Alarms, Errors, Messages: See "Troubleshooting and
Maintenance" for module-specific alarms, errors, and
messages.
Contraindications: None known.
Electromagnetic Environment: See "Appendix" section
of this User Manual ("Regulations and Standards,"
"Compliance").
PCA Module Section
Alaris System User Manual – with v9.33 Model 8015

Introduction

Getting Started

WARNING
Read all instructions, for both the
PCA module and PC unit, before
using the Alaris System.
Getting Started
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