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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 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]

Proper Handling and Maintenance of Vascular Access Devices (VAD)

28. July 2023 Candy Finley IVIG Essentials, Nursing Support (0)

As children, if a piece of candy fell on the ground, some would bend down, pick it up, say, “God made dirt and dirt don’t hurt,” and shove it in their mouths. As people age, some continue with “the five-second” rule, never stopping to consider how many germs they are ingesting! [More]

How to Use the IG Side Effects Card

21. July 2023 Marianna Herrera Infusion Basics, IVIG Essentials, Nursing Support (0)

Prior to an infusion visit, we ask nurses to contact patients 12 -24 hours before and complete our Pre-Infusion Checklist (IVIG Pre-Infusion Checklist / SCIG Pre-Infusion Checklist). Nufactor developed the checklist to help the nurse and patient plan for a successful infusion. The list is a great tool and helps nurses guide their patients using a standardized check-off format. The list provides tips to give to the patient the day prior to, the day of, and the day after an infusion. [More]

Infliximab, Biologics: Infusion Precautions

11. November 2022 Marianna Herrera Infusion Basics, IVIG Essentials (0)

Biologics products have been developed to treat undesirable immune responses caused by chronic systemic inflammatory conditions. The immune system consists of a vast network of cells, tissues and organs that all perform specific functions to help keep the “host” in a state of equilibrium. Infliximab is a monoclonal antibody tumor necrosis factor α (TNF) inhibitor. That has been used to slow the progression of several inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis by blocking the activation of TNF, target specific therapy. [More]

Managing IVIG-Related Side Effects

5. August 2022 Jean McCaslin Infusion Basics, IVIG Essentials, Nursing Support (0)

Intravenous Immune Globulin (IVIG) infusions are generally well tolerated. Most associated side effects are mild and managed with multiple approaches which may include pre-medication, clinical consultation providing education on what to expect with infusion, ongoing monitoring of infusions, and modifications to the individualized patient infusion protocol if side effects occur. [More]

Infusion Supply and Inventory Management

15. July 2022 Nufactor Administrator Infusion Basics, IVIG Essentials (0)

The most important things you will need in the home as a field nurse are proper supplies. If anything is missing, it may delay a start of care (SOC). Nufactor provides the ancillary supplies a nurse needs to complete an infusion except for a stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, and thermometer, which the nurse should provide. [More]

Management of SCIG Side effects

3. June 2022 Nufactor Administrator Infusion Basics, IVIG Essentials, Nursing Support (0)

The greatest advantage of subcutaneous immunoglobulin (SCIG) is that it provides the patient with autonomy, which helps them feel empowered to live a normal life. Nurses are responsible for teaching patients how to manage the expected side effects. Most patients do not require premeds; if they are ordered, advise your patient to be compliant with them. Always ensure the anaphylaxis kit is readily available for each infusion regardless of past tolerability. It should consist of a double pack epinephrine autoinjector and oral Benadryl. Please instruct the patient how to use it properly before leaving their home. [More]

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Managing Infusion Side Effects - Who to Call and When

IVIG Pooling: Weighing the Pros and Cons in Home Infusion

Proper Handling and Maintenance of Vascular Access Devices (VAD)

How to Use the IG Side Effects Card

Infliximab, Biologics: Infusion Precautions

Managing IVIG-Related Side Effects

Infusion Supply and Inventory Management

Management of SCIG Side effects

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