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Tewdles---this is the company that provides our pumps and infusions. Perhaps you could speak with them to find out if their services are available in your area? Coram - Infusion Services

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Hi tewdles. I am very new to hospice nursing (as in only for the last few weeks!) but I have seen that we do use continuous infusion in the home pretty regularly with a pump (I believe the brand is Curlin). From what I've seen so far, once the order is placed, the pre-mixed bags and pump are delivered directly to the patient's home within four or five hours (even on the weekends). RN's start the infusion and we also change the SQ site every 3 days (and replace the bags as needed). This is a large non-profit hospice in a metro area. I am so glad that we have this option available for our patients---the relief from a continuous infusion with a bolus option is impressive. It is very important that we get the pump back when the patient passes---I'm told that the pumps are incredibly expensive. I've heard of calls coming from the funeral homes asking what it is and if we want it back....whoops! On a side note, I want to say thanks to this board for all of the hospice-related discussion. It really helped me to determine if I should make the change into hospice nursing. So far, I am absolutely loving it!