The Belmont Rapid Infuser RI-2 (Belmont Medical, Billerica, MA) uses electromagnetic induction heating, has an optional blood reservoir, and infuses the warmed fluid with a rapid roller pump. These devices have integrated air and pressure detectors that will automatically stop the infusion if a breech is detected.
What is warm fluid?
Warm fluids are continuously infused into the uterine cavity from a high-volume fluid warmer to replace amniotic fluid losses, provide a thermoneutral environment for the fetus, and prevent umbilical cord kinking or stretching.
How do you place a RIC?
A standard technique was utilized for RIC insertion; i.e., a 20G peripheral intravenous (PIV) catheter was initially inserted in the right antecubital brachial vein, providing access for the RIC guidewire. The RIC vein dilator/8.5 F catheter assembly was then advanced to its normal position within the vein.
What is a rapid infuser used for?
A rapid infuser is used to administer blood products and fluids at rapid rates to critically ill patients. They are generally used in a hospital or clinical setting by trained health care professionals. Even small drops in body temperature after significant blood loss can be detrimental, delaying recovery or allowing infection to set in.
What is a Level 1® fast flow fluid warmer?
When lives are at stake from significant blood loss due to trauma or major surgery, the Level 1® Fast Flow Fluid Warmer provides a rapid flow of normothermic blood and I.V. fluids.
Why use a pressure chamber for rapid infusion?
Rigid pressure chambers accommodate standard blood and crystalloid bags providing a constant 300mmHg pressure for rapid infusion Aluminum heat exchanger, that transfers heat 1000 times faster than plastic, and the counter current 42°C circulating water bath, ensure patients receive normothermic blood and I.V. fluids
