Milrinone Infusion Using the Curlin 6000 Infusion Pump

This video demonstrates how to prepare a milrinone setup and change the bag on an existing infusion in the home setting using the Curlin 6000 infusion pump. Chapters: 00:00 - Setting up supplies 01:42 - Changing the batteries 02:23 - Preparing the IV tubing 04:06 - Spiking the IV bag, loading the tubing into the pump 05:13 - Setting up the pump, verifying program 06:27 - Priming the IV tubing 07:34 - Disconnecting the old IV bag 08:17 - Connecting the new bag with needleless connector change 09:38 - Connecting the new bag without needleless connector change 10:08 - Starting the new infusion 11:08 - Cleaning up old infusion supplies and pump 11:59 - Powering the pump PHS created this video as a companion to our online education courses for nurses, especially the IV Basics course. The video assumes an understanding of infusion therapy, medical, and technical information. Information in the video does not replace the patient’s care plan. Contact your health care provider if you have questions. You can find PHS online courses at www.pediatrichomeservice.com/education/.