How does a Baxter infusion pump work?

Baxter Elastomeric Pumps are non-electronic medication pumps designed to provide ambulatory infusion therapy. Medication is delivered to the patient as the elastomeric “balloon” consistently deflates and gently pushes solution through the IV tubing and into the catheter/port.

What is a Baxter Infusor?

Baxter’s Infusor System has been prescribed for your home infusion therapy and is designed to deliver drugs over a specific time period. This Patient Guide will help you use your Infusor System safely.

Are elastomeric pumps reusable?

Is the device reusable? No, it should only ever be used once and then be disposed of by your nurse. The Hospital at Home Team will bring a new device every 24 hours. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Hospital at Home Team on one of the following numbers.

How does a chemo pump work?

They allow you to have chemotherapy in a controlled way. Chemotherapy pumps are also called infusion pumps. When you have chemotherapy through a central line (for example a PICC line) a nurse can attach a pump. This will give a controlled amount of drugs very slowly into your bloodstream.

How do you sleep with an infusion pump?

When sleeping, you may place the pump under your pillow. Do not place it on the floor. Always check to see that the pump and tubing are near each other. This will stop the tubing from being pulled and coming apart from the IV or pump.

How do you know when elastomeric pump is done?

Your infusion is finished when the balloon is completely deflated (see Figure 5). Continuous infusion with a pump usually takes about 48 hours.

What is a risk of infusion pumps?

Software defects, including failures of built in safety alarms; User interface issues, such as ambiguous on screen instructions that lead to dosing errors; and. Mechanical or electrical failures, including components that break under routine use, premature battery failures, and sparks or pump fires.