Boards dhbs in new zealand had already moved to using the t34 syringe drivers before the. Annual updates are recommended to maintain knowledge, skill and competency in the use of the syringe driver and medication management. The patient may require a dose of immediate release medication prior to commencement of the syringe driver, as medication from a syringe driver may take up to four hours to reach the desired blood level. Complete the niki t34 syringe driver module oneoff course complete the palliative care syringe driver competency. A csci provides a safe and effective way of drug administration and can be used to maintain symptom control in patients who are no longer able to take oral medication. Initially the preferred replacement option was the ad ambulatory syringe driver, however, the company involved was unable to supply and support these drivers and a further decision was made so that by 30 june, 2011, the niki t34 syringe driver was used exclusively. This is the case regardless of whether they are going home, to a residential care facility to a rural hospital or to hospice. Founded in 2015, cme biomedical services evolved to meet the continuing demand and challenges of. All syringe driver annual update workshops run from 2. A copy of the syringe driver instruction manual is to be available in the treatment room for rns to access while the syringe driver is in use. Describe what a syringe driver niki t34 and associated apparatus looks like and how it works explain the pharmacology of the palliative care medications commonly administered via continuous subcutaneous infusion csci describe the best practice guidelines for the manufacture and labelling of csci syringes delivered by syringe. Subcutaneous infusion device education printable documents.
Guidelines for syringe driver management in palliative care. Guidelines for subcutaneous infusion device management in palliative care. A syringe containing medication is attached to the driver, which pushes the plunger forward at a controlled rate. The t34 ambulatory syringe pump from cme contains many features of larger syringe pumps in one highly compact, lightweight design. The day includes line management and cannulation, medication management and case studies. Please join me in creating and donating much needed syringe driver bags to your local. The following instructions are relevant where the niki t34 has been preprogrammed to a fixed duration of 24 hours and has the program lock function on day 1. The t34 syringe pump may be used to deliver indicated medications via any common infusion routes including central, peripheral venous, epidural, intraarterial or subcutaneous. Device user clinical elearning is a high quality, cost effective way to meet the training needs of qualified healthcare professionals. Niki t34 pump knowing your way around the niki t34 pump. Printable subcutaneous infusion education documents. The t34 syringe driver is designed for infusion of medications or fluids requiring continuous. Hnz syringe driver competency workshops mercy hospice.
Syringe drivers buy syringe drivers medshop australia. Once you have loaded the syringe into the niki t34 pump, follow the prompts on the display screen and follow instructions below. Cme infusion pumps provide a complete range of infusion onboard any air or ground vehicle. All t34 syringe drivers owned by nurse maude are locked on. Terumo terumo terufusion advanced infusion system accessories. Jan 22, 2018 update on graseby syringe driver and alternative devices. Niki t34 subcutaneous infusion device useful links. Syringe driver study day this study day will assist in updating skills for nurses who use the niki t34 syringe driver. The t34 is an ambulatory syringe pump designed to deliver the contents of a 2 to 50ml syringe over a specified duration, or at a given rate in milliliters per hour. No administration cost postage, return post, certificates etc.
Designed specifically for microinfusion environments, the t341ml ambulatory syringe pump from cme is now the perfect partner for small volume drug infusions. T341ml is a unique accurate syringe pump that enables small volume syringe capability starting with 1ml syringes. Rem systems, distributor of the niki t34 and associated devices, issued a statement in early 2016 regarding reported issues with the devices. Twohour workshop consisting of one hour of tutorial based learning and then one hour of handson learning with a syringe driver.
Procedure for the use of mckinley t34 syringe driver to. The syringe driver is normally used to deliver medications over a 24 hour period to reduce the risk of errors in setting up the device 3, 58. The t34 ambulatory syringe pump kit includes everything you need for your 1st infusion. The niki t34 syringe pump safely provides a complete smalldose infusion therapy safely wherever your residents receive care. Complete the niki t34 syringe driver module oneoff course complete the palliative care syringe driver competency course complete the drug calculation test complete the feedback form print certificate register for a syringe driver practical session hospice or in facility. Cme medicals elearning programme is an interactive session that requires users to. Guidelines for syringe driver management in palliative. Niki t34l syringe driver vedefar discover our products. Lock box for niki t34 syringe driver surgical house.
To increase knowledge and skills in the use of the niki t34 syringe driver to administer continuous subcutaneous infusions. Levetiracetam should not be mixed in a syringe with other medications as there is. It can lessen the demand and impact of clinical staff being absent from clinical areas and patient care to attend training. Niki t34 syringe pump instruction manual ref 90ss edition june 2008 0473. A syringe driver is a small, portable, powerdriven device used to administer a continuous 24hour dose of medication. The t34l syringe pump from cme contains advanced syringe pump functionality in a lightweight, spacesaving design. Gain knowledge to support the information nurses provide to clients who have medication delivered via the niki t34 syringe pump created by australian nurses, for nurses. The cost analyses are based on the list prices provided by the manufacturers for their devices and on the general usage of syringe drivers in palliative care, with. Waipuna hospice, 43 te puna station road, te puna cost. Its many programming, safety and convenience features make the t34l easy to manage for any infusion protocol wherever the patient receives care. At the end of this session, participants will be able to. This is because the niki t34 syringe driver simplifies administration by detecting the syringe size and volume of medicine, and sets the rate to deliver the infusion over the required time period, e.
T34 deliver syringe infusion anywhere provide complete smalldose infusion therapy safely and economically wherever your patients receive care. Whilst the preferred route of medication administration in paediatric palliative care is the oral one, there may be occasions when this is impractical or undesirable. Indications for use the t34 syringe driver is designed for infusion of medications or fluids requiring. Page 20 for alarm information page 21 for trouble shooting guide if you wish to do some refresher training prior to commencing the syringe driver.
Syringe driver using a niki t34 for continuous subcutaneous infusion csci procedure includes procedure for labelling syringe with subcut medication label. Hospice new zealand syringe driver competency training 2020. Lightweight and portable, the pump can be mounted to an iv pole. In new zealand, the niki t34 syringe driver is the device used in your home. There have been several developments in this field since the third edition of this highly successful book. Cpcre centre for palliative care research and education. Procedure for the use of mckinley t34 syringe driver to deliver a continuous subcutaneous infusion in palliative care for adults page 8 of 41 9. Syringe drivers are recommended for use when it has been. Rem systems is a specialised medical equipment distribution company supplying hospitals, health clinics, medical practices and veterinary clinics throughout australia. Rem systems au surgical instruments, medical supplies. Products catalogue sundry misc lock box for niki t34 syringe driver.
Founded in 2015, cme biomedical services evolved to meet the continuing demand and challenges of the medical and aged care industry. Increase your knowledge and skills in the use of the nikit34 syringe driver. The use of a subcutaneous or intravenous infusion using a syringe driver to deliver medications has certain advantages. The competency consists of a 2hour workshop of which 1. The syringe driver advisory group was set up by the new zealand palliative care working party in. Increase your knowledge and skills in the use of the niki t34 syringe driver participants receive a certificate on completing the requirements of this course. Enhance your syringe infusion capabilities in any care setting. The niki t34 syringe pump safely provides a complete smalldose infusion therapy safely wherever your residents receive care automatically detects syringe size and brand fully programmable flow rates and infusion times lightweight and portable, the pump can be mounted to an iv pole software allows. The syringe driver is a simple and cost effective method of delivering a continuous subcutaneous infusion csci. Feb 06, 2019 if little ones are about please skip ahead to the tutorial which begins at 6. Increase your knowledge and skills in the use of the nikit34 syringe driver participants receive a certificate on completing the requirements of this course. Patients must be using a niki t34 syringe driver when discharging from hospital. Cme biomedical services provide annual calibration service to as3551 and repairs for caesarea medical infusion equipment including syringe drivers and bodyguard pumps. Deliver syringe infusion anywhere provide complete smalldose infusion therapy safely and economically wherever your patients receive care.
Compatibility information levetiracetam should not be mixed in a syringe with other medications as there is. The t34 ambulatory syringe pump from cme contains many features of larger syringe pumps in. Niki t34 syringe driver vedefar discover our products. The use of subcutaneous levetiracetam in palliative medicine. Software allows you to view dosage history and program the. Commonly used drugs drug usual dose range indication clonazepam 16 mg24 hours agitation, confusion, seizures cyclizine 75150 mg24 hours. Jun 10, 2019 annual updates are recommended to maintain knowledge, skill and competency in the use of the syringe driver and medication management. When a challenge calls for something new, we work with leading manufacturers to design and build innovative products that work. Niki t34 subcutaneous infusion device useful links queensland health management of subcutaneous infusions in palliative care learning package the aim of this learning package is to assist the clinician to develop knowledge and skills of the basic principles of care for people with subcutaneous infusion devices in palliative care settings. Levetiracetam should be infused via csci over 24 hours. The t34 pump is easy to use for inpatient and outpatient applications. The t34 syringe driver is designed for infusion of medications or fluids requiring. The nursing cpd institute is an independent network with no political or industrial relations connections.
The following instructions are relevant where the niki t34 has been preprogrammed to a fixed duration of 24 hours and has the program lock function on. Provide complete smalldose infusion therapy safely and economically wherever your patients receive care. Each attendee will need to bring a syringe driver if available from your work place, so that all attendees can have hands on experience. Levetiracetam solution for injection should be diluted as much as is practical to avoid irritation at the site of administration. The t34 ambulatory syringe pump kit includes everything you need to start your first infusion, purchase one today and ensure you have access to the leading ambulatory syringe driver for palliative care. Niki t34 syringe driver for fixed 24 hour infusions. All participants are expected to hold a current new zealand nursing council practicing certificate. Use of t34 syringe driver hospital palliative care service. Prereading workbook containing rationales, guidelines, drug information and practice calculations. Syringe driver study day tickets, fri, jul 26, 2019 at 12. Course details hnz syringe driver competency workshops. Hospice new zealand syringe driver competency training. A syringe driver is a portable battery powered device that administers medication subcutaneously over a chosen period of time.
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