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Managing Infusion Side Effects - Who to Call and When

31. July 2025 Marianna Herrera IVIG Essentials (0)

Timely recognition and communication of side effects during IVIg or SCIG therapy is essential to patient safety and treatment adherence. Reactions vary by patient and can range from mild to severe. As the nurse, you are often the only clinician physically present during infusions—your assessments and communication are critical in managing the patient’s care. If side effects are not managed appropriately and tolerability becomes an issue, the patient may want to stop therapy, which could impact the management of their condition. The following is a guide to help you determine who to call and when. [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]