Infusion pumps have been used in medicine for some time. Their purpose is to deliver fluids, drugs or nutrients to the patient through the circulatory system. How the pump serves each patient depends on each individual situation. Let's take a look at a simple guide to everything you need to know about infusion pumps.

What is an infusion pump?

As mentioned earlier, an infusion pump delivers nutrients to a patient through fluid. Dosage varies according to the patient's needs, from small to large amounts. Pumps operate in a number of ways, which we will discuss below.

VEIN

The pump will deliver the fluid directly through the vein. IV therapy is best when patients need medication, blood transfusions, or fluids.

ARTERY

Arterial methods deliver fluids to arteries. These are the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the body.

EPIDURAL

Most commonly used in labor and delivery situations, this is a form of administration through the spinal cord. Amounts in this form are usually smaller and manual delivery is best for accuracy.

SUBCUTANEOUS

The subcutaneous tissue is the area of skin between the dermis and epidermis. This is the best way to administer the vaccine.

Mobility-Based Infusion Pumps

STATIONARY

The pumps we see most often are those at the bedside of the patient being treated. If the patient is bedridden or has a chronic medical condition, it is best to use a stationary pump to deliver nutrients.

OUTPATIENT CLINIC

The benefit of a dynamic pump is its ability to deliver fluids to the patient during their day-to-day life. These types of external infusion pumps allow patients to stay at home and continue their treatment. As modern medicine discovers new treatments for debilitating diseases, the use of flow pumps has increased.

Function-Based Infusion Pump

SPECIALIZED

Many pumps that fall into the professional category can be used in the patient's home. They are suitable for special situations, such as when a patient needs an enteral nutrition pump or an insulin infusion pump.

TRADITIONAL

Traditional pumps are used in hospitals, doctor's offices and clinics. They are often used to provide pain management and antibiotics. Syringes and bulk infusion pumps are frequently used because of their wide range of styles and uses.