Titrate VAC pressure settings > 25mmHg
Large drainage volume
Large wound size
Titrate VAC pressure settings < 25mmHg
Inability to control pain regardless of appropriate analgesia
Excessive bruising
Patients with malnutrition
Patients with compromised circulation
Trouble Shooting the VAC Pump
1. Check the screen on the pump for a clue to problem
2. Check seal to make sure it is intact
3. Check clamps
4. Check canister to see if full
5. check tubing for debris.
6. Consider changing the canniest or pump
If Unable to resolve the VAC Problem
1. Call for or change the dressing order.
2. Place saline gauze short term until the wound can be evaluated and therapy restarted.
3. The VAC is not to be turned off with the foam intact for more then two hours in a 24 hour period.
Matthew Livingston R.N. C.W.S.
