MalfunctionFPK
60 INCH EXTENSION SET
Received Oct 3, 2013 · Event occurred Sep 30, 2013
Report 3428875 · MDR key 3428875
Device
Generic name
Tubing, Fluid Delivery
Manufacturer
Smiths Medical Asd, IncModel number
*Catalog number
MX448L60
Lot number
2536316
Product problems
- Crack
- Leak/Splash
- Improper Flow or Infusion
Patient
10 YR
- Underdose
Narrative
Description of Event or Problem
PATIENT'S CONTINUOUS INFUSION OF CALCIUM GLUCONATE FOUND LEAKING AT TUBING EXIT FROM SYRINGE. ON INSPECTION, CRACK NOTED IN TUBING. IMMEDIATELY REMOVED AND NEW MEDICATION ORDERED. INFUSION WAS VOL OF 80 MLS AT 20 MLS/HR. INFUSING LESS THAN 1 HR. PATIENT HAD DELAY IN RECEIVING MEDICATION; NO LONG TERM HARM.