ROUNDTABLE
ROUNDTABLE IV Pumps
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t is time once gain for TechNation’s monthly roundtable feature article to focus on IV pumps. Experts share their thoughts regarding the knowledge HTM professionals need, share cost-savings tips and more in this look at IV pumps.
While names and appearances have changed as companies change hands, there are very few “newer” models on the market. When purchasing, look to see if newer models may be compatible with your older fleet. In a lot of cases there are some backwards compatible options that may offer substantial cost savings.
Participants in the roundtable Q&A discussion include Agiliti National Director of Technical Services Bill Mannes, AIV Inc. Vice President of Sales Jeff Taltavull and Master Medical Equipment Products Manager Ryan Tomlinson. Q: WHAT IS THE ONE THING EVERY HTM PROFESSIONAL SHOULD KNOW ABOUT IV PUMPS? MANNES: It’s important to ensure proper clinical training of the staff in regard to the utilization of the pumps. This insight can help prevent accidental or willful infusion programming. Addi-
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tionally, this will prevent false alarms on the equipment causing the unit to be removed for repair, which can result in delays to patient care. TALTAVULL: After a decade of rapidly changing platforms, the past few years have slowed in hardware advancements.
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TOMLINSON: A well-designed IV pump is one of the most undervalued types of units in the medical equipment industry and, as all medical professionals know, they are one of the most important machines available in a compromised situation. A well-maintained IV pump delivers and maintains the flow of life-saving medications. An IV pump that has not been correctly serviced can be inaccurate. An inaccuracy could potentially be life threatening depending on the medication being delivered. IV pump veracity is one of the most important specifications to look at when deciding to purchase a new model.
JULY 2020
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