Home intravenous therapy: Part II--Resource guide

Area of Science:

• Nursing Practice
• Healthcare Administration

Context:

• Developing home intravenous therapy programs requires access to reliable resources and regulatory information.
• Agencies need support in establishing and managing patient care for intravenous therapies at home.

Purpose:

• To provide a comprehensive resource guide for agencies developing home intravenous therapy programs.
• To facilitate access to national organizations, educational materials, and state-specific regulatory contacts.

Summary:

• Part II of this paper serves as a resource directory for establishing home intravenous therapy services.
• It includes national organizations, journals, books, educational materials, and product/service representatives.
• Additionally, it lists State Boards of Nursing and willing agencies for Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington, with specific vendor information for Washington.

Impact:

• Supports the expansion and standardization of home intravenous therapy services.
• Empowers healthcare agencies with the necessary information to develop robust programs.
• Facilitates collaboration and resource sharing among agencies and with vendors.