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Ambulatory infusion pumps: application to oncology
L M Rapsilber1, D Camp-Sorrell
1Northwestern Connecticut Oncology/Hematology Associates, Torrington, CT, USA.
Seminars in Oncology Nursing
|August 1, 1995
Summary
Ambulatory pumps offer sophisticated drug delivery for various conditions, enabling self-administration outside hospitals. Nurses must understand the diverse pump options to ensure safe and effective patient therapy in home care settings.
Area of Science:
- Medical Devices
- Pharmacology
- Patient Care
Background:
- Ambulatory pumps are increasingly utilized for drug delivery outside traditional hospital settings.
- The complexity and variety of available ambulatory pump models are expanding.
- Healthcare is shifting towards outpatient and home-based care, necessitating reliable drug delivery systems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review different types of ambulatory pumps.
- To detail their mechanisms of delivery, patient selection criteria, and potential complications.
- To highlight the importance of educational support for ambulatory pump use.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of ambulatory pump technologies.
- Analysis of pump mechanisms, delivery methods, and patient suitability.
- Examination of complication management and nursing support strategies.
Main Results:
- Over 600 ambulatory pump models are available, offering advanced drug self-administration and automated delivery.
- Selection criteria include therapy type, disease state, reimbursement, and user capability.
- Effective ambulatory pumps are crucial for safe medication administration in home care.
Conclusions:
- Ambulatory pumps are vital for managing diverse clinical conditions, facilitating drug delivery in outpatient and home settings.
- Nurses play a critical role in selecting and managing these pumps, requiring comprehensive knowledge of available options.
- The sophistication of ambulatory pump technology supports the growing trend of front-line patient therapy outside the hospital.