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References and Troubleshooting
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Radiation and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
CAUTION:
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The pump should
not
be directly irradiated by therapeutic levels of ionizing radiation due to the risk of
permanent damage to the electronic circuitry. The best procedure to follow is to remove the pump from
the patient during therapeutic radiation sessions or diagnostic levels of radiographic and fluoroscopic
radiation. If the pump must remain in the vicinity during a diagnostic or therapy session, it should be
shielded, and its ability to function properly should be confirmed following treatment.
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Do not expose the pump directly to ultrasound, as permanent damage to the electronic circuitry may
occur.
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Magnetic fields produced by MRI equipment may adversely affect the operation of the pump. Remove
the pump from the patient during MRI procedures and keep it at a safe distance from magnetic energy.
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Use of this pump on patients monitored by electronic equipment may cause artifactual interference.
As with all electronic equipment, electrical artifacts which affect the performance of other equipment,
such as ECG monitors, can occur. The user should check the correct function of the equipment prior to
use.
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Do not use the pump in hyperbaric chambers as they affect how the pump works and may also cause
damage to the pump.