This video demonstrates how to prepare a milrinone setup and change the bag on an existing infusion in the home setting using the Curlin 6000 infusion pump.
Chapters:
00:00 - Setting up supplies
01:42 - Changing the batteries
02:23 - Preparing the IV tubing
04:06 - Spiking the IV bag, loading the tubing into the pump
05:13 - Setting up the pump, verifying program
06:27 - Priming the IV tubing
07:34 - Disconnecting the old IV bag
08:17 - Connecting the new bag with needleless connector change
09:38 - Connecting the new bag without needleless connector change
10:08 - Starting the new infusion
11:08 - Cleaning up old infusion supplies and pump
11:59 - Powering the pump
PHS created this video as a companion to our online education courses for nurses, especially the IV Basics course. The video assumes an understanding of infusion therapy, medical, and technical information. Information in the video does not replace the patient’s care plan. Contact your health care provider if you have questions. You can find PHS online courses at www.pediatrichomeservice.com/education/.