Accuracy of low-weight versus standard syringe infusion pump devices depending on altitude

Accuracy of low-weight versus standard syringe infusion pump devices depending on altitude

Abstract Background Intravenous drug infusions in critically ill patients require accurate syringe infusion pumps (SIPs). This is particularly important during transportation of critically ill patients by helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS), where altitude may influence device performance....

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Main Authors: Marc Blancher, Maxence Repellin, Maxime Maignan, Cyrielle Clapé, Arnaud Perrin, José Labarère, Guillaume Debaty, Damien Viglino
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-07-01
Series:Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency Medicine
Subjects:
Syringe infusion pump
Emergency medicine
Intensive care unit
Mountain rescue
Vasoactive drugs
Emergency helicopter
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13049-019-0643-1

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