Does anyone change their propofol tubing Q24h?

[Murse_1]

Hi --

I'm looking into an issue related to the schedule for changing propofol tubing. I know most facilities change their tubing Q12h, but I understand that a small number of hospitals only require Q24. Does anyone work at a facility where this is the case? I'd be very interested in seeing the protocol or learning more about the rationale behind extending the schedule to Q24.

Thanks in advance..

[Ruby Vee, BSN]

hmm...interesting. i only started using propofol when i moved to an icu in january, and they change tubing q24 hrs. i never looked up manufacturer recommendations because i was told that q24 was the proper interval. eek!

perhaps something to mention to my nurse educator, though i'm not sure how well it would be received from a young newbie.

do yourself a favor and leave it alone. it would not be well received.

[jaredumas]

My facility has a protocol for 12 hour tubing change. The 12 hour tubing change is based on the propofol manufacturer. Propofol labeling indicates EDTA has been added to prevent microbial growth for up to 12 hours. I would look at your propofol labeling and see what your propofol manufacturer indicates.

[Murse_1]

The manufacturer has a vested interest in recommending more frequent tubing changes. I'm wondering what frequency the actual science/data say is necessary.