Use of infusion pumps SOP

Question 1

Describe the process of starting an infusion via syringe driver

Answer 1

1. Prime the giving set
2. Use a two lumen octopus connector if more than one thing through a cannula
3. Monitor IV access

Don’t use IOs
Use luer lock syringes
Label syringes
Can’t give boluses
Don’t use the syringes you’ve used for RSI

Question 2

What are the two indications for use of a syringe driver?

Answer 2

Sedation (ketamine)
Vasoactives (metaraminol 10mg in 20ml, adrenaline 2mg in 20ml)