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What does CADD pump stand for?
CADD stands for Computerised Ambulatory Delivery Device. The CADD pump means you can have your chemotherapy safely at home or when staying in the flat at the hospital. It can deliver continuous chemotherapy, or chemotherapy that is given at a particular time.
What causes upstream occlusion?
An upstream occlusion refers to a blockage that occurs before a fluid has reached the pump, commonly caused by improper connections from an IV bag to the pump, a kink or collapse in IV tubing, issues with tubing clamps and more.
What causes downstream occlusion?
When an IV becomes obstructed, the pressure within the IV syringe and connected tubing will increase. When the pressure reaches its setting threshold, a downstream occlusion alarm will be activated.
How much does a CADD pump cost?
4 people have this device in their cart….Smiths Medical CADD-Solis VIP 2120 Ambulatory Infusion Pump.
| Product price: | $1,282.50 |
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| Order total: | $1,282.50 |
How does a CADD pump work?
The CADD®-Solis pump is a pump that runs on a battery to deliver medication(s) that lessens the feelings of pain and other symptoms you may have. The pump is portable and comes in a travel pouch that can be carried over your shoulder or around your waist. This makes it easy for you to move around with the pump.
What user errors can occur when using infusion pumps?
Examples of Reported Infusion Pump Problems
- Software problems.
- Alarm errors.
- Inadequate user interface design (“human factors” issues)
- Broken components.
- Battery failures.
- Fire, sparks, charring, or shocks.
How do you troubleshoot a syringe pump?
Troubleshooting the Syringe Pump
- Ensure that your outlets and power sources are actually supplying power.
- Make sure the power cords are securely plugged into the syringe pump.
- Check that the voltage selector is set to the same as your input voltage.
What is a CADD pump definition?
With a pain pump, you give yourself medicine to control and relieve your pain. At this time, the pain pump we use is called a CADD pump. CADD stands for Continuous Ambulatory Delivery Device. How does it work? The pump contains a cassette with the pain medicine and is a little bigger and heavier than a smartphone.
How will I be monitored while taking milrinone?
Your heart rate and blood pressure will be monitored intermittently by the home care nurse while you are being treated with milrinone. Your kidney function and electrolytes may also need to be checked with blood tests. The home health nurse will maintain contact with your prescribing physician and monitor you per your doctor’s instructions.
Why is milrinone given to patients with heart failure?
In a home setting, milrinone is often given for longer periods of time as a palliative measure to help control the symptoms of end-stage heart failure. Sometimes patients awaiting a heart transplant are given milrinone until a donor heart becomes available. Milrinone is given as a continuous infusion.
What happens if you stop infusing milrinone?
If your milrinone stops infusing it is possible that you will experience sudden and severe symptoms of heart failure. If you are not able to promptly restart the infusion, you or your caregiver must initiate your community’s Emergency Medical System by calling 911 immediately. How is milrinone given?
Can patients have access to the CADD-legacy®PCA pump?
Do not permit patients to have access to this card, as the information would allow access to all programming and operating functions. Assistance with the CADD-Legacy®PCA pump is available to clinicians 24-hours-a-day by calling 1-800-258-5361.