Investigators: Aarti Saiganesh, Andre Schultz, Pamela, Sonali Dodangoda
Project description
We want to find out the best ways to deliver intravenous (IV) antibiotics for children with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) at Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH). For example, Springfusors (spring-driven syringe pumps) used to be used widely, but Springfusors are no longer being used much, and the reasons are not currently clear. Compared to traditional electronic IV infusion pumps, Springfusors are lightweight and portable. This may allow patients to be more active during the administration of IV antibiotics. Maintaining or increasing exercise and physical activity for children with CF has beneficial effects on their health and the type of IV infusion pump may influence the amount of activity they do while they are having the IV antibiotic therapy. A simpler IV infusion pump such as the Springfusor may also mean that families can more easily manage their child’s IV antibiotic therapy at home under the right circumstances. This study will tell us whether we should change our practice at PCH.
Collaborators
- Fenella Gill (Curtin University)
- Charlotte Burr (Perth Children's Hospital)
- Gavin McKenzie (Perth Children's Hospital)
- Kim Laird (Perth Children's Hospital)
- Elizabeth Geelhoed (University of Western Australia)
- Lyn Jensen (Curtin University)
Partners
- Perth Children's Hospital