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Just a
comment on the MM3 IV pumps regarding using with diprivan, we frequently use
these pumps with diprivan and have never had a problem. When I bench tested our
pumps for low volume accuracy, I used Karo syrup once (just for fun) and it ran
perfectly. We’ve run TPN, albumin and other higher viscosity fluids through
them as well. Despite manufacturer claims, I have found functional differences
between the brand new pumps and the older ones with respect to alarm sensitivities
and upstream/downstream tolerances. I’ve never heard of sunlight causing an
alarm.....but I just looked out and noticed that the snow is higher than the
bumper on my truck and I can’t see across the street. Hmm, I wish I had a
problem with sunlight right about now. Chip Homer -----Original
Message----- Siemens MiniMed III pro: 3 channels small can attach to just about
any pipe shaped object or to the edge of a car seat channels are all
independent in terms of rate and mode. (primary line, secondary,
piggyback) has a built in drug
calculator for a large number of drugs. enter concentration, initial volume,
patient weight and desired dose, hit start and presto! instant dopamine drip. user friendly easy to trouble shoot brand new batteries last
several hours. backlight on display. distinctive audio alarms
for various types of failures announces when 30 minutes
of battery time remain. not sensitive to having
pressure bags on upstream side administration sets can
free flow is pump is not immediately available. fairly rugged con: require special
administration sets: $ not in super wide usage,
so not easy to swhitch over to our pump from an ER pump, we need to prime all
new set and usually mix new bags. administration sets are
super sensitive to air bubbles, so great care must be taken to bleed all air if
you're not going with a sealevel cabin. Mark Frederick PA-C,
Medevac Specialist -----Original
Message----- Happy New
Year to all! I was wondering what types of IV pumps are in use out
there. Name of the product, pros and cons and any other links/information
would be extremely helpful. Thanks!
Respond to the list or you may also e-mail me privately. Lisa Do you Yahoo!? |