Research on influence of different syringe types on quality control of syringe pump
Liu, H.; Huang, H.; Wang, W.
Sheng Wu Yi Xue Gong Cheng Xue Za Zhi 31(6): 1316-1318; 1324
2014
ISSN/ISBN: 1001-5515 PMID: 25868251 Document Number: 678533
To evaluate the influence of different brands of syringes on performance parameters and application quality of syringe pump, we carried out matching experiment of infusion/syringe pump analyzer Rigel Multi-Flo, made by ALK Co. in Sweden, for 3 different types of syringes to measure the flow rate, occlusion alarm pressure, occlusion time and bolus volume of 26 syringe pumps. Data of quality control were analyzed with statistical method. The results demonstrated that there were significant differences in the flow rate, occlusion alarm pressure, occlusion time and bolus volume (P<0. 01) between those of common syringes and original syringes. This study points out that the health care providers should select compatible syringes for syringe pumps, which provides evidence and guidance to assure the reasonable and safe application of syringe pumps in clinical practice.