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OPTIONS Piggyback, Ramp/Taper Mode
Vista
™
basic Instructions for Use 12/25
950787 Rev H 02/03
To Exit Piggyback
1. Press to stop the infusion.
2. Press END.
3. Press OPTS.
4. Press OFF to turn Piggyback off
5. Press END to return to Continuous Mode.
RAMP/TAPER MODE
The Ramp/Taper Mode is designed to deliver infusions, such as Total Parenteral
Nutrition (TPN), which require gradual ramp up and taper down rates. The pump
automatically calculates the rate changes required to match the volume, total
time, and ramp/taper time parameters.
1. Press OPTS until display shows RAMP TAPER MODE.
2. Press ON.
3. Enter the total bag VOLUME to be delivered.
4. Press OK.
5. Enter the RAMP UP time, in hours and minutes.
NOTE: The pump defaults to 01h00m. To change, press
, and enter the time.
6. Press OK.
7. Enter the TAPER DOWN time, in hours and minutes.
NOTE: The pump defaults to 01h00m. To change, press
, and enter the time.
8. Press
OK.
9. Enter the TOTAL Time for the infusion.
10. Press OK
Note: The pump calculates the maximum rate and asks: Accept Rate?
11. Press OK.
12. Press to start the infusion. Check for drops in the drip chamber.
To Review or Change Ramp/Taper Mode Data
1. Press OPTS until display shows RAMP TAPER MODE.
2. Press ON.
3. Review the data on each screen and press OK if data is correct or press
to clear the current data and re-enter new data. Press OK to accept
new data.