Checking Pump Accuracy - Abbott FLEXIFLO Companion Mode D'emploi

CHECKING PUMP ACCURACY

Fluid head height and viscosity are two variables that can affect flow rate. To check
flow rate, use the following procedure.
Select a new Companion Pump Feeding Set for this test.
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Fill the feeding container with 8 fl oz of Osmolite 1 CAL, and set the container so
that the bottom of the container is 20 inches above the cassette (see diagram). Set
up pump according to instructions. Operate pump at 50 mL/hr for 15 minutes and
discard the formula delivered. Increase the rate to 100 mL/hr and run enteral product
into a graduated cylinder for 1 hour. The volume of Osmolite 1 CAL delivered should
be between 90 and 110 mL. If the volume delivered is outside this range, repeat the
procedure with a new pump set.
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