Site Map	Setup and Operate a Syringe Driver to Deliver a Drug

• Introduce yourself and check the patient's identity
• Discuss procedure with the patient
• Select the correct device (hourly or daily rate) and consult manual
• Check the battery
• Select the correct brand and size syringe for the infusion to be given
• Calculate the appropriate dilution of the drug
  • Draw it up with the correct diluent (usually sterile water / saline)
• Fill the syringe and the extension tubing with the drug at the correct dilution
• Attach the syringe to the pump and secure
• Calculate the correct rate
  • Set it on the syring driver
• Fit the cover
• Test the apparatus
• Connect to the patient & start the infusion

	Any comments or feedback please contact me by email: Tom Williams