AIMS
To be able to provide effective care and correct use of Syringe Drivers
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course you will:
- Understand what a syringe driver is
- Know why it might be prescribed
- Be aware of breakthrough pain, and how to alleviate it
- Know how to use a syringe driver
- Recognise the common alerts and alarms, and their meanings
LESSONS AND TOPICS
What is a Syringe Driver?
- The McKinley T34 Syringe Pump
- Main indications for use
- Prescribing information
- Ordering Medicines
Breakthrough Pain
- Managing Breakthrough Pain
Using the Pump
- Equipment Required
- Setting Up
- Keypad Lock
- Lockbox
- Saf-T Cannula
- Observations
- Stopping the infusion
- Removal of subcutaneous cannula/butterfly
- Documentation
- Monitoring
- Cleaning
Alerts and Alarms
- Syringe Driver Alarms and Alerts
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