We are pleased to advise that deep linking capability, enabling users to directly download individual mobile toolkits, has now been released on the RDS mobile app. When you install the update, you will see that each toolkit has a small QR code icon the header area beside the search icon – see screenshot below. Clicking on this icon will open up a window with a full-size QR code and the alternative of a short URL for sharing with users. Instructions are provided.
You may need to actively install the update to install RDS app version 4.7.1 to see this improvement. Installing this update is also strongly recommended to get the full benefits of the new contingency arrangements – specifically, that if the RDS website should fail, you will still be able to download new mobile app toolkits.
To check your current RDS version, click on the three dots bottom right of the RDS app screen. This takes you to a “More” page where you will see the version number. To install latest updates:
On iPhones – go to the Apple store, click on your profile icon top right, scroll down to see the apps waiting to be updated and update the RDS app.
On Android phones – these can vary, but try going to the Google Play store, click on your profile icon top right, click on “Manage apps and device”, select and update the RDS app.
Please get in touch with ann.wales3@nhs.scot with any questions.
This section provides a step by step guide for loading a syringe onto the BD BodyGuard T syringe pump. Please ensure that Infection Prevention/Control and Occupational Exposure Procedures are followed.
Prepare prescribed medicines / syringe. If a new extension line is required, please prime the line manually.
Insert battery in pump (if required). Ensure the barrel clamp arm is down (no syringe in situ) and switch on. Check there is sufficient battery power depending on the setting i.e.50% or higher for community.
Place prepared syringe above the pump to visually align the syringe with the collar and plunger sensors. If needed, use the 
and
keys to achieve the required position.
Lift the barrel clamp arm fully, turn 180 degrees and lower the arm.
Place the syringe in position securely on the pump. Check the syringe collar and plunger are fitted and in place. Lift and rotate barrel clamp back into the original position.
A message will appear on screen to choose/confirm the brand and size of
syringe being used. Press 
to confirm the selected syringe.
When the syringe has been confirmed, the pump will calculate the rate and duration which will displayed on screen along with the total volume.
Check patient ID. Connect the syringe via the extension line to the patient using the subcutaneous infusion device in situ.
Next press . The message ‘Start Infusion’ will appear on screen - confirm by pressing again. The infusion has now commenced.
When renewing or changing the syringe, it is important to select ‘START INFUSION’ instead of ‘RESUME’ to ensure the pump delivers the infusion over a 24hr period
Press and hold the 
key to lock the keypad. Place syringe pump into the selected lockbox or cover.
Ensure all documentation has been updated.
Key Point: To reduce the risk of siphonage the syringe pump should be placed at the same level or lower than the infusion site.
Scottish Palliative Care Guidelines