It can also be utilized in obstetrics for the management of labor pain.
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What Is a PCA Pump?
What Is PCA Used For?
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This process involves a predetermined bolus dose of medication that is released on-demand at the press of a button.
The needle is placed into a vein and a pump computer thats configured to the IV.
The pre-calibrated pump allows the pain medication to be released when you press the handheld button.
The PCA system is also shown to have a higher rate of patient satisfaction.
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