Infusion Pump Guide

Infusion pumps. It's a riveting subject, I know. But really, there are so many different types of infusion pumps to choose from that it gets a bit confusing. So if you need to know more about the wonderful world of infusion pumps, you're in the right place.

Okay, you've got your ambulatory, syringe, enteral, pole-mounted, and multi-channel infusion pumps. But what does each one do? What are the major differences? Well, here's scoop:

Ambulatory Infusion Pump

This is a small infusion pump designed to be mobile. This gives patients the freedom to go about their business if they need infusion therapy on a regular basis. And because this type is so convenient and runs on a battery, emergency personnel use them as well. A well, known ambulatory pump is an insulin pump.

Syringe Pump

Syringe pumps are designed to deliver small amounts of the particular substance. Pain medication, like morphine, is a good example of what syringe pumps are used for.

Enteral Pump

This is basically your basic feeding pump. The patient would have a shunt in place so the feeding pump could be inserted to deliver nourishment.

Pole-Mounted Infusion Pump

This infusion pump is what you typically see in a hospital setting. These lack the mobility of the ambulatory infusion pump but have more features that medical personnel need. Pole-mounted pumps can be used in a home care setting but again, there will be a lack of mobility with this model.

Multi-Channel Infusion Pump

If a patient needs several things like perhaps an antibiotic and an anti-nausea medication, a multi-channel infusion pump would be used.

Well, there you have it. A basic guide to infusion pumps. And of course, if you have any specific questions about the pumps, brands or models, please call us at 800-330-3591. We'll be happy to answer any of your questions.

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