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Elastomeric Pump (Intermate/Eclipse)
The Intermate elastomeric pump allows the slow and continuous administration of a medication intravenously or subcutaneously over several hours or days, depending on the prescribed flow rate.
*Important note – Flushing with NaCl syringe:
- It is important to flush the catheter using a pre-filled syringe of saline solution (NaCl).
- The frequency of flushing may vary depending on your treatment — make sure to follow the specific instructions provided by your hospital team.
- Before administering your medication, always take a moment to review the recommended flushing procedure for your situation.
*Important note – Administration of Heparin:
- Some treatments require the administration of heparin. Your nurse will inform you if this step is required.
- Follow your nurse’s recommendations regarding frequency and sequence of use.
Medication administration
- Disinfect the catheter cap with an alcohol swab for 15 seconds:
- the top and sides
- Allow to air-dry for 30 seconds (do not blow, fan or wipe).
- Connect the tubing from the infuser to the catheter cap:
- Remove the protective cap from the infuser tubing.
- Hold the catheter cap between your thumb and index finger.
- Insert the tubing and turn to the right.
- Open the clamp on the infuser tubing.
- If there are clamps on the catheter or its extension, open them.
- Place the infuser in its pouch and wear it over the shoulder or position it at heart level (aligned with the catheter).
- The infuser is empty when the internal balloon is completely flat.
- Once empty, close all clamps on the tubing and catheter.
- Disconnect the tubing by turning it to the left.
Reference: Teaching Guide — Regional Program for Ambulatory and Home Intravenous Antibiotic Therapy (ATIVAD) – CISSS de la Capitale-Nationale
This guide provides recommendations consistent with the available scientific information as of November 30, 2017. However, these recommendations are not intended to replace clinical judgment.