Q. Why can’t I connect the needle set directly to
the syringe?
A. You need a restrictive tubing with a disc luer. This makes
sure your infusion is delivered at a controlled rate, and that
the syringe stays properly seated in the pump.
Q. Is longer tubing available? Do you offer
extension sets?
A. Yes, we offer an extension set called F-EXT. We designed
our tubing and needles for the least possible residual
volume, and to reduce the risk of catching loose tubing
on things. F-EXT gives you a choice.
Q. What affects the flow rate of the
FreedomEdge™?
A. The tubing and needles you use will affect your flow rate.
Different brands of needles will flow differently. The viscosity
(thickness) of the fluid also makes a big difference.
Immunoglobulin, for example, will flow much slower than
an antibiotic. Temperature also affects the viscosity of fluid,
slowing flow down when cold, and speeding up when warm.
Q. What is the temperature range that I can
infuse in?
A. For accuracy and safety, most medications must be
delivered at room temperature.
the needles
Q. Why do you call them HIgH·Flo?
A. HIgH·Flo needles are
other
HIgH•Flo
other
designed to provide flow
24 gauge
26 gauge 27 gauge
rates as fast as you need. If
you are transitioning from
most 27 gauge needle sets,
this could be much faster
than you are used to. In this
case, your healthcare provider may choose to provide you
with the next lower “F-number”, Precision tubing set, to
maintain an infusion rate similar to your current one.
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