Infusion Site Management Guide
Infusion Set Selection
Cannula/needle depth
(1) 90° infusion sets come in 2-3 different
depths to accommodate for various amounts of subcutaneous tissue; angled
infusion sets have two different cannula/needle lengths.
(2) Using 90°
sets allows for consistency in insertion depth, while both the angle and depth
of insertion can be adjusted and may be slightly different with each insertion
when using angled sets; trial and error is used to determine the correct depth
for each individual when using angled infusion sets.
Tubing length
Most infusion sets are produced with a variety of
tubing lengths to fit different body sizes and to accommodate wearing the pump
in a variety of places (it is important to ensure that there is enough tubing
to easily perform everyday activities such as placement of the pump when using
the rest room).
Length of use
(1) Steel needle - change every 24-48 hrs.
(2)
Soft cannula - change every 48-72 hrs.
Infusion set packaging options.
Some sets are packaged with the
infusion set plus tubing and with extra needles packaged without the tubing;
this packaging is designed to allow changing of the steel needle or soft
cannula every 2-3 days while using the tubing for up to 6 days. See the
manufacturer's instructions for use to determine correct usage.
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