[Aspects of pressure build-up in the use of electronic infusion devices. II. Need for a pressure limit].
A maximum pump output pressure under 15 psi which is adapted to the necessary back pressures and flow pressures can provide a reduction of problems related to pressure build-up. Thus, the time to alarm in case of occlusion and the bolus dosage after removal of the obstruction can be minimized. This is important in the use of critical drugs with short half-lives, such as catecholamines and vasoactive substances. On the basis of aspects described above, it appears necessary to reconsider technical requirements. Finally, the definition of accuracy and technical solutions for an improved alarm function of electronic infusion systems are discussed.
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Zentrum für Anästhesiologie, Universität Düsseldorf.
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D004868:Equipment Failure; D006801:Humans; D006874:Hydrostatic Pressure; D007260:Infusion Pumps / Q000592:standards*; D012015:Reference Standards
Aspekte des Druckaufbaus beim Einsatz elektronischer Infusionsgeräte. II. Notwendigkeit einer Druckbegrenzung.