Policy Manual sample

MDT Home Health Care Agency, Inc. 156  For localized or mild reaction - rash itching: ♦ Stop the infusion immediately. ♦ Maintain the intravenous line. ♦ Administer Benadryl as directed. ♦ Monitor for vital signs. ♦ Notify physician.  For generalized or severe reaction - itching, tightness in the chest, chills, agitation, dizziness, nausea, abdominal cramping, respiratory distress, hypotension, edema, flushed appearance or generalized urticaria: ♦ Stop the infusion immediately. ♦ Call EMS (911) and physician. ♦ Institute anaphylaxis protocol per physician's orders:  Administer Epinephrine.  Administer Benadryl.  Maintain intravenous infusion.  Monitor vital signs every five (5) minutes.  Keep patient supine. ♦ Remain with the patient until the paramedic arrives. Initiate CPR if necessary. ♦ Document the incident, then notify the appropriate members of the healthcare team.