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Home infusion therapy
1Covenant Home Health Care, Milwaukee, WI, USA.
Seminars in Oncology Nursing
|August 1, 1996
Summary
Effective home infusion therapy programs, including chemotherapy and pain management for cancer patients, are increasingly successful due to technological advances. Competent nursing staff and careful planning ensure safe and effective patient care.
Area of Science:
- Oncology Nursing
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Home infusion therapy has evolved significantly with technological advancements.
- Cancer patients benefit from a wide range of therapies administered at home.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the planning considerations for effective home infusion therapy programs.
- To outline specific home infusion therapies for cancer patients.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature review was conducted.
- Included published articles, research studies, guidelines, and standards.
Main Results:
- Technology has expanded the scope and success of home infusion therapy.
- Common home therapies for cancer include antimicrobial, chemotherapy, pain management, total parenteral nutrition, and blood transfusions.
Conclusions:
- A skilled nursing staff is crucial for successful home infusion programs.
- Patient selection, education, agency policies, and care coordination ensure safe infusion therapy.