Many symptoms are controlled using syringe drivers. The following documents will help you in setting up and managing syringe drivers.
Syringe Driver training can be accessed through the education program at the hospice and should be undertaken on an annual basis.
Completion of the work book is an essential part of displaying competence in the use syringe drivers.
Guideline: Syringe Drivers
The syringe driver is a means of providing effective symptom control via a continuous infusion in cases of unrelieved pain. (166 KB)
Syringe Driver Workbook
This booklet is designed to complement the Use of Syringe Drivers training session. (219 KB)
Setting Up A Syringe Driver
Guidelines (63.1 KB)