Minimizing Site Reactions
Can you minimize site reactions through your choice of supplies ? Many patients say yes !
Things to keep in mind :
• Longer needles often help reduce site reactions ;
• Go for more sites and less drug per site if you are still having problems ;
• Inserting dry needles will minimize skin irritation ;
• Watch out for dressing and tape sensitivities ;
• Starting with a slower flow rate helps reduce initial local reactions ( see tubing chart ).
Note : Site reactions in new patients usually diminish over time as the sub-q depots become more developed .
For more details , see Troubleshooting on page 15 .
A Balanced Infusion
Through DynEQ™
What does DynEQ™ mean for you ?
DynEQ™ ( Dynamic equilibrium ) balances your fastest infusion with your most comfortable one . You get to infuse as rapidly as your provider recommends . If the pressure in your sites in- creases , the system immediately responds by automatically slowing down . The pump will maintain a safe pressure of 13.5 psi throughout the infusion ( see below ).
Other pumps , designed for constant flow ( such as electronic pumps ), respond to tissue saturation by increasing pumping pressure to maintain their programmed flow rate . High pump pressures can cause high pressures within infusion sites , leading to more problems at each site ( shown below ).
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