Continuous; Therapy Features And Specifications; Continuous Programming - Abbott GEMSTAR Operating Manual

Therapy Features and Specifications

This therapy allows programming of a continuous delivery.
Programming ranges are listed in the programming worksheet included in this
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section. If a number outside of the acceptable program range is entered, an error
message displays the minimum or maximum value allowed.
Optional KVO (Keep Vein Open) may be set during programming.
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The rate can be titrated while the pump is infusing.
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An optional secondary container can be "piggybacked" on the primary container
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during regular delivery using an Abbott GemStar Piggyback Pump Set. Refer to
Piggybacking in this section for more information.

Continuous Programming

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Select

CONTINUOUS

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Select the unit of measure and concentration as required.
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Enter the rate.
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Enter the VTBI.
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Enter the KVO rate, if desired.
KVO runs after the programmed VTBI until the total container is infused. If no KVO
is desired, press [
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Enter the container size (VTBI + KVO).
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VTBI is the default value on the
Note: If KVO is programmed, you must increase the container size to accommodate the
KVO delivery.
In order to enter the total in mL when programming a concentration, press [
to the mL line and enter the mL size.
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Select the air sensitivity.
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Review the program.
WARNING: I I f the cassette is removed from the pump, ALWAYS disconnect
the pump set from the patient and purge the line before
restarting therapy.
Abbott GemStar Manual 430-600095-002 (Rev. 8/02)
from the Programming Menu.
] while the value displayed is zero.
YES/ENTER
CONTAINER
Continuous
display.
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] to move