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6.5.2.3
Programming the Infusion
6.5.2.4
Programming a Loading Dose
Information
The weight entry screen only appears if the selected drug uses
weight for dose rate calculations.
The body surface area entry screen only appears if the selected
drug uses body surface area for dose rate calculations.
A pre-populated default weight or body surface area may have
been previously configured with a compatible DERS.
1.
Press the arrow keys to program the dose rate value.
2.
Press
OK
to confirm.
Note: This feature can be activated or deactivated with a compatible DERS
(custom profiles).
Information
The loading dose is only available with the first start of an infusion. If
no
is pressed inadvertently, power the pump off and then on to access the
loading dose again.
If enabled for the selected drug, you can program a
loading dose
after
programming an infusion defined by dose rate.
The screens below will appear prior to starting the infusion.
Selecting a Loading Dose
On the loading dose screen:
Press
no
to return to the programming screen.
Press
Yes
to program a loading dose prior to starting the infusion.
