Section 1 • Introduction
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This pump does not have an air in-line alarm. A cassette with an air elimination filter is
available and recommended for intravenous use or where infusion of air would cause a safety
hazard.
Safety hazards with the ambIT
®
pump, including under-infusion, may be associated with
external radio frequency (RF) interference or electromagnetic radiation. Typical equipment
that may generate such radiation includes x-ray machines, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
equipment, and any other non-shielded electrical equipment.
Use of any remote BOLUS switch other than the approved remote BOLUS switch could result
in an inadvertent bolus.
Do not use any other administration set other than the approved ambIT
®
cassettes. The pump
will not function properly with any other administration sets.
Do not use additional untested/unapproved components as their use may lead to under-
infusion and the potential of increased pain to the patient.
No modification of this equipment is allowed.
The cassette tubing or BOLUS switch cord may cause strangulation if used improperly.
The pump should not be disassembled by any user. If equipment is tampered with to the point
it is ineffective, consult the prescribing physician.
Keep out of reach of animals or children.
Safety hazards are associated with the interconnection of other infusion systems. Refer to:
Terry, Judy (Ed.), Intravenous Therapy, W. B. Sanders Co. 1995, pp 192–193.
A single cassette should not be used for infusion volumes greater than two liters.
In order to minimize the possibility of infection, cassettes should be changed in accordance
with your institution’s policies.
When the desired volume to be infused has been delivered, the empty solution container must
be changed. Failure to do so will result in cessation of fluid delivery.
Before starting therapy, check that all connections are secure and that there are no leaks in the
fluid path.
Bolus and infusion history reports should never take the place of good clinical judgment.
Always perform a clinical evaluation whenever interpreting these reports.
Infusing viscous solutions (e.g., D25W) into high pressures (e.g., approaching 300mm Hg) may
decrease volumetric accuracy.
1.2.1
Sterile, Disposable (Single-Use) Administration Set
•
Carefully examine each cassette before use. Make sure there are no damaged or
missing parts.
• Do not use a cassette if the outer package is torn, punctured, wet or damaged.
