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Old 06-19-2007, 09:05 PM
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Default Melody...sounds like you are....

on the right an proper track.
I will not lecture on the how's and why's of the infusion, but compared to past 'events' this appears to be proper protocol.
Temp may not need to be an issue, but that she's taking the BP often is really good, given Alan's heart condition. Also, be sure to make it crystal clear to Alan, that IF he feels out of sorts during the infusion and after IN ANY WAY...to Speak up, as clearly and assertively as he can. Should Alan say he feels suddenly 'hot' or 'cold', be sure his temp is then taken...Maybe to make YOU feel better take his temp about an hour before the nurse comes..that way you have a basis of comparison.. But it's not necessary, once you get in the 'groove' and no problems crop up, it's Infusion Boredom! Boredom is a good thing at times, this is one of them.
I hope his feet hurt lots less now! - j

Joe - that was the sweetest simplist explanation I have ever read!

Melody, if there are reactions, and you can't get the doc...these pharmacy docs are usually the best! They know more about IVIG than the docs do.
I say usually based on last month's experience tho....
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