Syringe Driver : (Safe Use Of McKinley T34 / BD Bodyguard)

This course is aimed at Registered Nurses who have experience of using a McKinley T34 Syringe Driver (or BD Bodyguard) already, but are requiring a refresher on the knowledge and skills associated with caring for an individual who requires this for symptom management. 

Learners will complete a knowledge assessment at the end of the course, allowing them to evidence their understanding and continuing professional development. Learners will leave with a competency document for completion in the workplace.

Learners will be able to :

• Discuss NMC core standards of conduct and practice
• Discuss standards for medications
• Understand clinical rationale for commencing and discontinuing a syringe driver.
• Discuss common medications and guidelines for recommended dose administration
• Demonstrate the correct procedure for setting up and continual monitoring of the T34 syringe driver.

What's else is covered in this course:

• Medication compatibility
• Legal & Professional aspects
• Indications for use
• Placing a Sub-Cutaneous line
• Set up of Syringe Driver
• Complications
• Troubleshooting