IVAC™ PCAM™ syringe pump

IVAC PCAM

The IVAC™ PCAM™ syringe pump is designed for improved management of acute postoperative pain, providing the clinician with instant and detailed bedside information about the patient’s use of the pump.

Simple to operate and quick to programme with PCA protocols that can be user modified for each individual patient’s needs. Providing a large comprehensive display that shows PCA protocol in use, graphical analysis of the patient’s treatment, dose infused, dose remaining, pressure reading with alarm level and lock out time remaining. The unit automatically dims at night to reduce patient intrusion.

The IVAC™ PCAM™ syringe pump can also deliver a continuous background dose facility as well as the PCA dose. The security in the pump is provided by a programming key that can be removed, a clinician over-ride button and a lockable cover over the syringe.

  • Strong and Secure Cover 
    Very strong polycarbonate cover provides a clear view of the syringe while preventing unauthorised access to the syringe and its content.
  • Large Illuminated Display 
    The full text graphic clearly indicates the PCA protocol in use, provides graphic analysis of the patient’s treatment and information on any alarms which may occur. The illumination automatically dims to prevent disturbing the patient at night.
  • Clinician Over-Ride 
    An entry code protected facility allows the clinician to administer an additional PCA dose at any time including during the normal lock-out period. Both the PCA dose, and the duration over which it is to be administered can be programmed.
  • Patient Hand Set 
    The unique electronic hand set is easy to operate and comfortable to hold for both adults and children. A clear indicator on the hand set can be configured to tell the patient when PCA is available or being administered. The design provides high levels of security against accidental operation. The unit will indicate if the handset is accidentally disconnected during use.
  • History Button 
    Comprehensive patient history showing the PCA demand pattern. The use of drug and individual events can be displayed at any time. Patient history is automatically maintained when the IVAC™ PCAM™ infusion system is switched off and all demands, alarms and individual events are recorded against time.
  • Printer, Computer and Nurse Call Connectors 
    The integral serial interface allows the IVAC™ PCAM™ infusion system to be connected to a printer, computer or peripheral device such as a central monitoring system, nurse call network etc.
  • Simple to operate and easy to clean.
  • The IVAC™ PCAM™ infusion system is quick to program with up to 10 pre-set PCA protocols that can be user modified to suit the individual patient’s needs.
  • Quick secure syringe loading with clear separation of loading and programming functions.
  • Standard disposable syringes, also includes 100ml syringes.
  • A wide range of USER DEFINED OPTIONS allow IVAC™ PCAM™ infusion system to be configured to suit individual PCA protocols.
  • Internal battery provides operation during patient transfer and encourages mobility of the patient while using IVAC™ PCAM™ infusion system.
  • Pumping Pressure monitoring system with separate display provides:
    • constant indication of pumping pressure
    • adjustable alarm levels
    • minimal time to alarm
    • minimal potential bolus release
  • RS232 interface which can be used for remote monitoring and/or control.
  • Comprehensive display.
  • Print a report facility at the touch of a button.
  • Automatically retains event history.

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