Surefuser infusion device
This learning package aims to enable health professionals to develop skills and knowledge and ultimately demonstrate competency in safely setting up a SurefuserTM+ infusion device and commencing and monitoring an infusion in a palliative care setting.
The package is relevant to all clinical settings - community, residential aged care and inpatient.
Components of the learning package
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| A practical handbook for health professionals (PDF 4671 kB): How to safely set up a SurefuserTM+ infusion device, commence and monitor an infusion in a palliative care setting | This handbook contains the essential information you need to know to safely set up a SurefuserTM+ and commence and monitor an infusion in a palliative care setting. |
| A step-by-step guide (PDF 3553 kB): Setting up a SurefuserTM+ infusion device, commencing and monitoring an infusion | This illustrated guide explains how to set up a SurefuserTM+ and commence and monitor an infusion using a step-by-step approach. |
| Short training video: A nurse's guide to using the SurefuserTM+ infusion device in the palliative care setting | This video illustrates some of the essential elements for ensuring safe delivery of the SurefuserTM+ infusion in a palliative care setting. |
| A competency checklist (PDF 157 kB): How to safely set up a SurefuserTM+ infusion device and commence and monitor an infusion in a palliative care setting | This checklist describes the requirements for ongoing demonstration of competency for safe and effective use of a SurefuserTM+ to administer infusions in a palliative care setting. |
SurefuserTM monitoring labels: | Monitoring labels have been developed as a part of this package to assist families, carers and health professionals to:
Printing Instructions:
Label size: 98mm x 38mm. Re-order code 49700006A |
Additional resources
Additional resources to support the use of the SurefuserTM+ are available for: