four choices:
Note that you do not need to answer yes or no questions or enter data with the numeric keys as
previously requested.
is screen requires only that you press the corresponding key on the keypad
to begin the requested function.
e IV bag and administration set should be inspected and be free of all air and air bubbles before
they are connected to the patient's access site. Priming may have been done by gravity when
the administration set was rst connected to the bag (see Chapter 1, "Preparing Medication for
Infusion"). However, if it was not done then or if there are any remaining air bubbles to be removed,
the pump's PRIME function will assist in this process. To prime the set by using the pump, follow
the directions below.
Note:
e lock setting may restrict the ability to prime using the pump.
1. Press and release the PRIME key at the Run Options Screen.
2.
e following screen appears:
3. Disconnect the administration set from the patient's access site using aseptic protocols.
Priming with the set connected to the patient could result in overdose
I M PORTAN T
and may cause injury or even death to the patient.
I N FORM AT I ON
4. Release any clamps on the administration set.
5. Press and hold the PRIME key. Fluid will be pumped at a rate of 300 mL/hr through the
administration set as long as the PRIME key is pressed or until 6 mL is pumped.
will then beep once and require repressing and holding the PRIME key again until 6 more
milliliters is delivered. Continue this process until all air has been purged from the IV bag and
the administration set.
Note: If the bag volume is depleted during priming, a subsequent priming event cannot be
initiated.
R u n
O p t i o n s
S c r e e n
e following explains each selection beginning with prime:
Prim e
P r i m e
D i r e c t i o n
6 3
S c r e e n
e pump
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