Syringe drivers

Find out what syringe drivers are, why they’re used (they’re not just for end of life care) and how they’re set up. This video is aimed at people having a syringe driver (also called a syringe pump), their carers, family and friends.
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00:00 - What is a syringe driver?
00:10 - Why are syringe drivers used?
00:36 - Syringe driver set up
01:36 - Showering and bathing
01:56 - Things to look out for
02:24 - Where to get help