ASTOTHERM PLUS Instructions for Use
9 Getting started
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9.2 Inserting the infusion line, priming and starting the infusion
WARNING
Risk of air embolism!
Be aware of the potential for air emboli when using a blood and fluid warmer.
Therefore prime all filters, lines and disposable sets before starting a
treatment.
Make sure all connections of the complete fluid stream are fixed tightly to
prevent fluid leakages and inadvertent infusion of air into the fluid stream.
When fluids are warmed up, it is possible that gas may evolve (bubble form).
Do not warm infusions containing soluted gas (e.g. bicarbonate).
Extreme care should always be taken to ensure that a bolus of air does not
pass to the patient.
WARNING
Risk of infection!
Use aseptic procedures.
WARNING
Risk of haemolysis!
Make sure that the infusion line is not kinked.
CAUTION
Risk of hypothermia!
When ASTOTHERM PLUS is used, the patient’s body temperature must be
montitored at regular intervals.
The specified heating performance will only achieved by inserting the infusion
extension into the entire heat exchanger.
The temperatur control of the ASTOTHERM PLUS controls and monitors the
current temperature of the heat exchanger, but not
the patient’s body
temperature.
If the ASTOTHERM PLUS cannot be started or if the patient's temperature
balance is insufficient, consider the use of alternative warming methods in
order to avoid or reduce hypothermia or to improve the patient's well-being.
Pressure losses can occur when infusion extensions are used
(depending on tube dimensions and flow rate).
