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Mastering IV Access at Home: Best Practices for Safe Infusion Therapy

26. March 2025 Marianna Herrera Infusion Basics, Nursing Support (0)

Home infusion therapy requires a high level of knowledge and proficiency in intravenous (IV) skills, including the insertion, management, and monitoring of peripheral IV lines , as well as expertise in central line accessing and management. Strong competency in both peripheral and central access devices is imperative in ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes. [More]

Plasminogen Deficiency: Unraveling the Mystery Behind This Rare Disorder

21. February 2025 Amy Ehlers Disease States (0)

Plasminogen (PLG) is a naturally occurring protein that is produced in the liver and circulates in the blood. It is the main enzyme responsible for the breakdown of fibrin through the process known as fibrinolysis. Fibrin is the main protein found in blood clots which creates the structure to allow normal tissue to grow and fill in the wound. As healing occurs, fibrinolysis takes place when plasmin cuts the fibrin mesh at various places allowing the fragments to be cleared away. [More]

IVIG Pooling: Weighing the Pros and Cons in Home Infusion

14. February 2025 Candy Finley IVIG Essentials (0)

Pooling Intravenous Immune Globulin (IVIG) has become a topic of discussion among healthcare professionals, especially in home infusion therapy (HIT). In the dynamic field of healthcare, particularly in HIT, the importance of adhering to established standards cannot be overstated. This blog will provide insights into pooling IVIG and describe advantages and disadvantages of pooling based on guidelines from the Infusion Nurses Society (INS) and the Immunoglobulin National Society (IgNS). By aligning our practices with these recognized standards, we can enhance patient safety, improve outcomes, and ensure the highest quality of care. [More]

Understanding Crohn's Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

24. December 2024 Marianna Herrera Disease States, Nursing Support (0)

Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) characterized by inflammation of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Crohn’s disease can affect any part of the digestive tract. Symptoms can include frequent, recurring diarrhea, rectal bleeding, fever, reduced appetite, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, abdominal pain, abdominal cramping, mouth sores and pain or drainage near or around the anus due to inflammation from a tunnel into the skin (fistula). [More]

Keeping our Patient’s Mobile During the Winter Months

26. November 2024 Jean McCaslin Nursing Support (0)

Chronic illnesses present numerous challenges to the patients we serve. One weather-specific risk is the potential for loss of mobility and function as the cold weather months roll-in. All people tend to become more sedentary as we “hunker down” in winter. [More]

Mental Health Aspects of Chronic Diseases

28. October 2024 Candy Finley Disease States (0)

Chronic diseases are long-lasting conditions that often require ongoing medical attention and management. They impact not only the physical health of patients but also their mental health. As nurses, we frequently encounter patients with chronic conditions, and it is vital to understand the intricate relationship between chronic diseases and mental health. [More]

Living with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Understanding the Journey, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

16. September 2024 Marianna Herrera Disease States (0)

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) is the most common form of leukemia in adults in Western countries. CLL is a disease of the white blood cells that typically affects adults over the age of 50 and is rarely seen in children. Most people do not have symptoms when diagnosed with CLL; however, some may present with enlarged lymph nodes. In late-stage diagnosis, patients may report fatigue, fever, night sweats, weight loss, pain in the upper left portion of the abdomen (due to an enlarged spleen) and frequent infections. Blood tests are performed to diagnose CLL. [More]

SCIG and Blood Return

26. August 2024 Nufactor Administrator Nursing Support (0)

With Hizentra® 10 gm/50 mL prefilled syringes now commercially available, we have learned of some patients accidentally pulling out the syringe plunger when checking for blood return before administration. This may be related to the design and need for better dexterity and has resulted in wasted medication and delayed doses. [More]

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

Mastering IV Access at Home: Best Practices for Safe Infusion Therapy

Plasminogen Deficiency: Unraveling the Mystery Behind This Rare Disorder

IVIG Pooling: Weighing the Pros and Cons in Home Infusion

Understanding Crohn's Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

Keeping our Patient’s Mobile During the Winter Months

Mental Health Aspects of Chronic Diseases

Living with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Understanding the Journey, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

SCIG and Blood Return

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