Using a McKinley T34 Syringe Pump
A syringe pump delivers medication under the skin over 24 hours, helping manage symptoms when oral medication isn’t an option.
At St Margaret’s Hospice, we’re here to support everyone impacted by a life-limiting illness. Whether you’re a patient, carer, healthcare professional, or family member, we’ve gathered a range of resources, guidance, and educational programmes to help you navigate this journey with confidence and compassion.
A syringe pump delivers medication under the skin over 24 hours, helping manage symptoms when oral medication isn’t an option.
Resources from the Somerset End-of-Life Care website offering heart failure guidance.
St Margaret’s Hospice Care conducts research to improve palliative care, ensuring evidence-based practices, continuous learning, and collaboration with other hospices.
Project ECHO brings together communities of healthcare practitioners for learning and support, with the goal of improving care through collaborative problem-solving.
The Symptom Observation Chart is a tool designed to assist in caring for patients at home. It helps patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals track symptoms and guide treatment decisions.
The Somerset Treatment Escalation Plan (TEP) is a document designed to help healthcare teams make informed decisions about a patient's medical care when they are unable to express their wishes.
This video has been made to support registered nurses who will be setting up and managing syringe pumps in the community.