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Variable Time
Therapy Features and Specifications
This therapy allows programming of multiple doses at specified times.
6
Programming ranges are listed in the programming worksheet included in this
section. If a number outside of the acceptable program range is entered, an error
message displays the minimum or maximum value allowed.
6
Optional KVO (Keep Vein Open) may be set during programming.
6
The default bolus delivery rate is 400 mL/hr.
Variable Time Programming
1
Select
VARIABLE TIME
from the Programming Menu.
2
Select the phase type. Press [
1
] for Percentages, [
2
] for Rates, or [
3
] for Doses.
3
Select the unit of delivery.
4
Change the displayed time if necessary.
5
Enter the optional base rate with start and stop time.
6
If programming in Rates or Doses, go to step 7. If programming in Percentages, set
the daily amount.
7
Enter the phase information for each phase. Up to 24 phases can be programmed.
d
Note: If programming in percentages, the total daily amount of all phases programmed
must equal 100%.
8
Enter the optional bolus dose and its lockout.
9
Enter the optional KVO.
10
Enter the container size.
The pump calculates the minimum container size required to deliver the phases,
base rate, and KVO for one day or in a 24-hour period.
If delivering the protocol for
more than one day, multiply this amount by the number of days of therapy
.
d
Note: You must increase the container size to accommodate bolus deliveries.
11
Select the air sensitivity.
12
Review the program.
WARNING: IIf the cassette is removed from the pump, ALWAYS disconnect
the pump set from the patient and purge the line before
restarting therapy.
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