Infusion
Nursing Notes
By Nufactor

Infusion Nursing Notes by Nufactor provides education, resources and support to promote successful patient therapy within the infusion nursing community.

Understanding Stiff-Person Syndrome

22. April 2014 Michelle Greer (0)

SPS is believed to be an autoimmune disorder. It’s also known as stiff-man syndrome and Moersch Woltman syndrome, named for the physicians who discovered the condition [More]

Understanding the Affordable Care Act

7. April 2014 Nik Vojicic (0)

The Affordable Care Act, better known as “Obamacare,” was passed into law on March 23, 2010, and it has changed the landscape of how Americans buy and sell health insurance. Do you understand the new laws? [More]

The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy

25. March 2014 Elissa Ritt (0)

In 2007, the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy was created. The foundation’s mission is to bring scientists and physicians together to work on finding a potential cure. [More]

Understanding Small Fiber Neuropathy

11. March 2014 Todd Levine (0)

Small fiber neuropathy is when these small nerves are damaged and result in pain, numbness and/or tingling. [More]

IVIG Side Effects

25. February 2014 Cindi Berry (5)

Do you know what the “expected” and “unexpected” side effects of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) therapy are? More importantly, do you know how to manage them? [More]

What to Expect During a Complete Neurological Exam and Workup

11. February 2014 Michelle Greer (0)

Neuropathies can be sensory, motor or autonomic. Symptoms can be similar in different types of neuropathies, which can make diagnosis challenging. This is why a thorough work up is so important. Here is handy checklist to discuss with your neurologist. [More]

Understanding Immune or Inflammatory Neuropathy

28. January 2014 Jonathan Katz & Michelle Greer (1)

Certain neuropathies are characterized by conditions in which nerves are “attacked” by the patient’s own immune system. This blog explores common symptoms and treatment plans for these conditions. [More]

SCIG Equipment - The Key to Successful IG Administration

7. January 2014 Cindi Berry (2)

Subcutaneous administration of immune globulin (SCIG) can be a great option for IG therapy. However, the proper equipment is needed to ensure successful administration and continuation of therapy. [More]