International Journal of Palliative Nursing, Feb 2015, vol. 21, no. 2, p. 60-64
Thomas,
Tabitha, Barclay, Stephen
Syringe
drivers are widely used in palliative care, and this article reviews the
challenges and outstanding questions associated with their use. Misperceptions
among the lay public and some health professionals can be addressed by
sensitive communication with patients and families and clear thinking in
clinical teams concerning the drugs and doses used, particularly in
non-malignant disease. Good levels of knowledge concerning syringe driver use
has been found among GPs and community nurses, although this is not the case in
some nursing home teams. The advantages of newer devices, safety and efficacy
of drug combinations, selection of diluent, and management of site reactions
are discussed.
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