Operator's Manual

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Programming and oPeration
Programming
and oPeration
Next Bolus
The Next Bolus setting is the length of time between when the pump starts “Running” until when the first
intermittent bolus will be delivered. After the initial intermittent bolus is delivered, Next Bolus functions as a
timer to count down the time remaining until the next intermittent bolus is programmed to deliver.
Note: The Next Bolus countdown does not begin until you start the pump by pressing the stop/start 9
button. Once the pump has been started, the countdown continues even if the pump is subsequently
stopped.
The Next Bolus setting may be edited to adjust the timing of the next Intermittent Bolus as defined by the
bolus interval. This can be done prior to beginning an infusion or during an infusion. For example, a clinician
can edit the next bolus setting to 0 minutes to immediately deliver an intermittent bolus. All subsequent
intermittent bolus delivery times will be determined by the bolus interval.
Note: When the Next Bolus is programmed to 0 Min and the pump is started, or when the pump is running
and the Next Bolus has counted down and reaches 0 Min, the Intermittent Bolus delivery starts,
“PIB bolus” is displayed in the status bar, and the Next Bolus time immediately resets to match the
programmed Bolus Interval. Because the reset of the Next Bolus time occurs immediately, the value of 0
Min will only be seen if the pump is in stop mode.
The following are examples of when the pump will deliver the intermittent bolus dose and what the pump
will display based on how the bolus interval and the next bolus are programmed. When the pump is started:
• If Bolus Interval is programmed to 1 Hrs and Next Bolus is programmed to 1 Hrs:
The Intermittent Bolus will occur in 1 hour.
The status bar will display “Running.”
Next Bolus will display “1 Hrs” and will count down as time passes.
• If Bolus Interval is programmed to 1 Hrs and Next Bolus is programmed to 0 Min:
The Intermittent Bolus will occur immediately after starting the pump.
The status bar will display “PIB Bolus.”
Next Bolus will display “1 Hrs” and will count down as time passes.
The next bolus option can be edited only when the pump is stopped. The pump must be running at the
selected time in order for delivery to begin.
To edit the next bolus:
1. From the Home screen, press U or D to choose Next Bolus and press
S.
Note: If a protocol was running and medication was delivered, a
confirmation screen appears showing the current, programmed setting.
Select Yes to change the setting.
2. Unlock the keypad using the security code or the pump key.
3. Press U or D until you reach the desired next bolus time and select
Save.