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CAPEOX / WEEKLY CETUXIMAB (EVERY 21 DAYS)	

Types:      ONCOLOGY TREATMENT
Synonyms:  COLORECTAL, GI, GASTRO, CETUX, ERBI, CAPE, XELO, XELOX, OXAL, ELOX

Take-Home Medications	Repeat 1 time	Cycle length: 1 day	Day 1	Perform every 1 day x1		Take-Home Medications Prior to Treatment
  	capecitabine (Xeloda) 500 mg chemo tablet	Dose: --	Route: oral	2 times daily	Dispense: --	Refills: --	Start: S	End: S+14						
Cycle 1	Repeat 1 time	Cycle length: 21 days	Day 1	Perform every 1 day x1		Appointment Requests
  	INFUSION APPOINTMENT REQUEST	Interval: --	Occurrences: --			Provider Communication
  	ONC PROVIDER COMMUNICATION 29	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Tumor KRAS gene status should be determined prior to initiation of therapy.  KRAS type: Please Push F2:115540219.
			Provider Communication
  	ONC PROVIDER COMMUNICATION 64	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Verify Hep B panel status prior to cycle. Date *** of panel. Result positive/negative/pending/unknown:22867

The required components for the hepatitis B panel includes: Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), total hepatitis B core antibody (anti-HBc), and hepatitis B antibody (anti-HBs).
			Labs
☑	COMPREHENSIVE METABOLIC PANEL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☑	CBC WITH PLATELET AND DIFFERENTIAL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☑	MAGNESIUM LEVEL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --			Labs
  	HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIGEN	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		  	HEPATITIS B CORE ANTIBODY TOTAL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		  	HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIBODY	Interval: --	Occurrences: --			Outpatient Electrolyte Replacement Protocol
  	TREATMENT CONDITIONS 39	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	The protocol applies only if the following is met. 
1. SCr LESS than 1.5; 
2. Potassium level LESS than 3.5 mEq/L; 
3. Recent pre-infusion labs.   

Dosing is based on lab value.
o Serum potassium less than 3.0mEq/L, give 40mEq KCL IV or PO and contact MD/NP. 
o Serum potassium 3.0 to 3.2mEq/L, give 40mEq KCL IV or PO. 
o Serum potassium 3.3 to 3.4mEq/L, give 20mEq KCL IV or PO. 
o Serum potassium 3.5 mEq/L or greater, do not give potassium replacement. 

If patient meets criteria, order THERAPY PLAN called "Outpatient Electrolyte Replacement". 
Sign electrolyte replacement order as Per protocol: cosign required.
		  	TREATMENT CONDITIONS 40 	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	The protocol applies only if the following is met. 
1. SCr LESS than 1.5; 
2. Magnesium level LESS than 1.6 mg/dL; 
3. Recent pre-infusion labs. 

Dosing is based on lab value. 
o Serum Magnesium less than 1.0 mg/dL, give 2 gram magnesium sulfate IV and contact MD/NP. 
o Serum Magnesium 1.0 to 1.2 mg/dL, give 2 gram magnesium sulfate IV. 
o Serum Magnesium 1.3 to 1.5 mg/dL, give 1 gram magnesium sulfate IV. 
o Serum Magnesium 1.6 mg/dL or greater, do not give magnesium replacement. 

If patient meets criteria, order THERAPY PLAN called "Outpatient Electrolyte Replacement". 
Sign electrolyte replacement order as Per protocol: cosign required.
			Nursing Orders
  	TREATMENT CONDITIONS 7	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	HOLD and notify provider if   
o ANC LESS than 1,000; 
o Platelets LESS than 100,000; 
o Total Bilirubin GREATER than 3x ULN; 
o Creatine Clearance LESS than 50 mL / min.
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 16	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Verify that the patient has taken appropriate oral chemotherapy medication from home prescription.

Rx: Capecitabine *** mg PO BID X 14 days, then 7 days off.
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 11	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Exposure to cold may exacerbate oxaliplatin-induced neuropathy (including pharyngolaryngeal dysesthesia). Encourage patient to keep blanket on their chest and/or throat during oxaliplatin infusion. Educate patient to avoid cold drinks/foods, ice chips or exposure to cold water or air for 7 days after oxaliplatin infusion.

Assess and notify provider for persistent neuropathy (Grade 2).
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 14	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Contact Provider if drug-induced acneiform rash develops and covers more than 25 per cent of the body.
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 64	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Ensure Hepatitis B panel obtained if not collected prior to C1D1.  Do not hold therapy to wait for results.  

The required components for the hepatitis B panel includes: Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), total hepatitis B core antibody (anti-HBc), and hepatitis B antibody (anti-HBs).
			Line Care
  	sodium chloride 0.9% flush 20 mL	Dose: 20 mL	Route: intravenous	PRN	Start: S			Instructions:	Do NOT administer with Oxaliplatin.		  	dextrose 5% infusion 250 mL	Dose: 250 mL	Route: intravenous	once @ 30 mL/hr for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	To keep vein open for Oxaliplatin.		  	sodium chloride 0.9 % infusion 250 mL	Dose: 250 mL	Route: intravenous	once @ 30 mL/hr for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	To keep vein open.  Do NOT administer with Oxaliplatin.			Pre-Medications
☑	palonosetron (ALOXI) injection 0.25 mg	Dose: 250 mcg	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose	Start: S	End: S  3:00 PM			☑	dexAMETHasone (DECADRON) 12 mg in sodium chloride 0.9% 50 mL IVPB	Dose: 12 mg	Route: intravenous	once over 15 Minutes for 1 dose	Start: S				☑	diphenhydrAMINE (BENADRYL) injection 25 mg	Dose: 25 mg	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	Give 30 minutes prior to cetuximab.			Supportive Care
◯	LORAZepam (ATIVAN) injection 1 mg	Dose: 1 mg	Route: intravenous	once PRN	Start: S				◯	LORAZepam (ATIVAN) tablet 1 mg	Dose: 1 mg	Route: oral	once PRN	Start: S					Chemotherapy
  	cetuximab (ERBITUX) 400 mg/m2	Dose: 400 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once over 120 Minutes for 1 dose			Offset: 30 Minutes	Instructions:	Administer with low protein binding 0.22 micron filter. Do not shake. Do not mix with other medications. Flush IV line with NS at the end of infusion.

1st infusion: Infuse first 10 mL over 10 minutes and observe patient for 30 minutes for allergic reactions if infusion tolerated, infuse loading dose over 120 minutes.

Rate of infusion not to exceed 10 mg/minute (5 mL/minute)	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	CETUXIMAB 100 MG/50 ML INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Medications	400 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes			  	OXALIplatin (ELOXATIN) 130 mg/m2 in dextrose 5% 500 mL chemo IVPB	Dose: 130 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once over 120 Minutes for 1 dose			Offset: 150 Minutes	Instructions:	Irritant - avoid extravasation. Flush line with D5W before and after oxaliplatin infusion.	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	OXALIPLATIN 100 MG/20 ML INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Medications	130 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes	DEXTROSE 5 % IN WATER (D5W) INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	QS Base	500 mL	Yes	Yes				Hematology & Oncology Hypersensitivity Reaction Standing Order
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 82	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Grade 1 - MILD Symptoms (cutaneous and subcutaneous symptoms only - itching, flushing, periorbital edema, rash, or runny nose)
1. Stop the infusion.
2. Place the patient on continuous monitoring.
3. Obtain vital signs.
4. Administer Normal Saline at 50 mL per hour using a new bag and new intravenous tubing.
5. If greater than or equal to 30 minutes since the last dose of Diphenhydramine, administer Diphenhydramine 25 mg intravenous once.
6. If less than 30 minutes since the last dose of Diphenhydramine, administer Cetirizine 10 mg orally and Famotidine 20 mg intravenous once.
7. Notify the treating physician.
8. If no improvement after 15 minutes, advance level of care to Grade 2 (Moderate) or Grade 3 (Severe).
9. Assess vital signs every 15 minutes until resolution of symptoms or otherwise ordered by covering physician.
		  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 4	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Grade 2 - MODERATE Symptoms (cardiovascular, respiratory, or gastrointestinal symptoms - shortness of breath, wheezing, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diaphoresis, throat or chest tightness, abdominal or back pain)
1. Stop the infusion.
2. Notify the CERT team and treating physician immediately.
3. Place the patient on continuous monitoring.
4. Obtain vital signs.
5. Administer Oxygen at 2 L per minute via nasal cannula. Titrate to maintain O2 saturation of greater than or equal to 92%.
6. Administer Normal Saline at 150 mL per hour using a new bag and new intravenous tubing.
7. Administer Hydrocortisone 100 mg intravenous (if patient has allergy to Hydrocortisone, please administer Dexamethasone 4 mg intravenous), Cetirizine 10 mg orally and Famotidine 20 mg intravenous once.
8. If no improvement after 15 minutes, advance level of care to Grade 3 (Severe).
9. Assess vital signs every 15 minutes until resolution of symptoms or otherwise ordered by covering physician.
		  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 83	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Grade 3 – SEVERE Symptoms (hypoxia, hypotension, or neurologic compromise – cyanosis or O2 saturation less than 92%, hypotension with systolic blood pressure less than 90 mmHg, confusion, collapse, loss of consciousness, or incontinence)
1. Stop the infusion.
2. Notify the CERT team and treating physician immediately.
3. Place the patient on continuous monitoring.
4. Obtain vital signs.
5. If heart rate is less than 50 or greater than 120, or blood pressure is less than 90/50 mmHg, place patient in reclined or flattened position.
6. Administer Oxygen at 2 L per minute via nasal cannula. Titrate to maintain O2 saturation of greater than or equal to 92%.
7. Administer Normal Saline at 1000 mL intravenous bolus using a new bag and new intravenous tubing.
8. Administer Hydrocortisone 100 mg intravenous (if patient has allergy to Hydrocortisone, please administer Dexamethasone 4 mg intravenous) and Famotidine 20 mg intravenous once.
9. Administer Epinephrine (1:1000) 0.3 mg subcutaneous.
10. Assess vital signs every 15 minutes until resolution of symptoms or otherwise ordered by covering physician.
		  	diphenhydrAMINE (BENADRYL) injection 25 mg	Dose: 25 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN	Start: S				  	cetirizine (ZyrTEC) tablet 10 mg	Dose: 10 mg	Route: oral	once PRN	Start: S				  	famotidine (PEPCID) injection 20 mg	Dose: 20 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN	Start: S				  	hydrocortisone sodium succinate (Solu-CORTEF) injection 100 mg	Dose: 100 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN					  	dexAMETHasone (DECADRON) IV 4 mg	Dose: 4 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN					  	epINEPHrine (ADRENALIN) 1 mg/1 mL injection 0.3 mg	Dose: 0.3 mg	Route: subcutaneous	PRN	Start: S					Discharge Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 76	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Discontinue IV.
			Discharge Nursing Orders
☑	sodium chloride 0.9 % flush 20 mL	Dose: 20 mL	Route: intravenous	PRN					☑	HEParin, porcine (PF) injection 500 Units	Dose: 500 Units	Route: intra-catheter	once PRN	Start: S			Instructions:	Concentration: 100 units/mL. Heparin flush for Implanted Vascular Access Device maintenance.			Discharge Nursing Orders
  	alteplase (CATHFLO) for NON Quinton and NON Hemodialysis Catheters 2 mg	Dose: 2 mg	Route: intra-catheter	once PRN	Start: S			Instructions:	HOLD and notify provider if Platelets LESS than 50.  Instill dose into occluded catheter. Do not force solution into
catheter. After a 30-minute dwell time, assess catheter function by attempting
to aspirate blood. If catheter is functional, aspirate 4 to 5 mL of blood in
patients greater than or equal to 10 kg to remove Cathflo Activase and
residual clots. Gently irrigate the catheter with NS. If catheter remains
nonfunctional, let Cathflo Activase dwell for another 90 minutes (total dwell
time: 120 minutes) and reassess function. If catheter function is not restored,
a second dose may be instilled				Days 8,15	Perform every 7 days x2		Appointment Requests
  	INFUSION APPOINTMENT REQUEST	Interval: --	Occurrences: --			Labs
☑	COMPREHENSIVE METABOLIC PANEL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☑	CBC WITH PLATELET AND DIFFERENTIAL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☑	MAGNESIUM LEVEL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --			Outpatient Electrolyte Replacement Protocol
  	TREATMENT CONDITIONS 39	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	The protocol applies only if the following is met. 
1. SCr LESS than 1.5; 
2. Potassium level LESS than 3.5 mEq/L; 
3. Recent pre-infusion labs.   

Dosing is based on lab value.
o Serum potassium less than 3.0mEq/L, give 40mEq KCL IV or PO and contact MD/NP. 
o Serum potassium 3.0 to 3.2mEq/L, give 40mEq KCL IV or PO. 
o Serum potassium 3.3 to 3.4mEq/L, give 20mEq KCL IV or PO. 
o Serum potassium 3.5 mEq/L or greater, do not give potassium replacement. 

If patient meets criteria, order THERAPY PLAN called "Outpatient Electrolyte Replacement". 
Sign electrolyte replacement order as Per protocol: cosign required.
		  	TREATMENT CONDITIONS 40 	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	The protocol applies only if the following is met. 
1. SCr LESS than 1.5; 
2. Magnesium level LESS than 1.6 mg/dL; 
3. Recent pre-infusion labs. 

Dosing is based on lab value. 
o Serum Magnesium less than 1.0 mg/dL, give 2 gram magnesium sulfate IV and contact MD/NP. 
o Serum Magnesium 1.0 to 1.2 mg/dL, give 2 gram magnesium sulfate IV. 
o Serum Magnesium 1.3 to 1.5 mg/dL, give 1 gram magnesium sulfate IV. 
o Serum Magnesium 1.6 mg/dL or greater, do not give magnesium replacement. 

If patient meets criteria, order THERAPY PLAN called "Outpatient Electrolyte Replacement". 
Sign electrolyte replacement order as Per protocol: cosign required.
			Nursing Orders
  	TREATMENT CONDITIONS 7	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	HOLD and notify provider if   
o ANC LESS than 1,000; 
o Platelets LESS than 100,000; 
o Total Bilirubin GREATER than 3x ULN; 
o Creatine Clearance LESS than 50 mL / min.
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 16	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Verify that the patient has taken appropriate oral chemotherapy medication from home prescription.

Rx: Capecitabine *** mg PO BID X 14 days, then 7 days off.
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 11	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Exposure to cold may exacerbate oxaliplatin-induced neuropathy (including pharyngolaryngeal dysesthesia). Encourage patient to keep blanket on their chest and/or throat during oxaliplatin infusion. Educate patient to avoid cold drinks/foods, ice chips or exposure to cold water or air for 7 days after oxaliplatin infusion.

Assess and notify provider for persistent neuropathy (Grade 2).
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 14	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Contact Provider if drug-induced acneiform rash develops and covers more than 25 per cent of the body.
			Line Care
  	sodium chloride 0.9% flush 20 mL	Dose: 20 mL	Route: intravenous	PRN	Start: S					Line Care
  	sodium chloride 0.9 % infusion 250 mL	Dose: 250 mL	Route: intravenous	once @ 30 mL/hr for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	To keep vein open.  Do NOT administer with Oxaliplatin.			Pre-Medications
  	diphenhydrAMINE (BENADRYL) injection 25 mg	Dose: 25 mg	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	Give 30 minutes prior to cetuximab.			Supportive Care
◯	LORAZepam (ATIVAN) injection 1 mg	Dose: 1 mg	Route: intravenous	once PRN	Start: S				◯	LORAZepam (ATIVAN) tablet 1 mg	Dose: 1 mg	Route: oral	once PRN	Start: S					Chemotherapy
  	cetuximab (ERBITUX) 250 mg/m2 in 0 mL	Dose: 250 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once over 60 Minutes for 1 dose			Offset: 30 Minutes	Instructions:	Administer with low protein binding 0.22 micron filter. Do not shake. Do not mix with other medications. Flush IV line with NS at the end of infusion.

Rate of infusion not to exceed 10 mg/minute (5 mL/minute)	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	CETUXIMAB 100 MG/50 ML INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Medications	250 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes				Hematology & Oncology Hypersensitivity Reaction Standing Order
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 82	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Grade 1 - MILD Symptoms (cutaneous and subcutaneous symptoms only - itching, flushing, periorbital edema, rash, or runny nose)
1. Stop the infusion.
2. Place the patient on continuous monitoring.
3. Obtain vital signs.
4. Administer Normal Saline at 50 mL per hour using a new bag and new intravenous tubing.
5. If greater than or equal to 30 minutes since the last dose of Diphenhydramine, administer Diphenhydramine 25 mg intravenous once.
6. If less than 30 minutes since the last dose of Diphenhydramine, administer Cetirizine 10 mg orally and Famotidine 20 mg intravenous once.
7. Notify the treating physician.
8. If no improvement after 15 minutes, advance level of care to Grade 2 (Moderate) or Grade 3 (Severe).
9. Assess vital signs every 15 minutes until resolution of symptoms or otherwise ordered by covering physician.
		  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 4	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Grade 2 - MODERATE Symptoms (cardiovascular, respiratory, or gastrointestinal symptoms - shortness of breath, wheezing, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diaphoresis, throat or chest tightness, abdominal or back pain)
1. Stop the infusion.
2. Notify the CERT team and treating physician immediately.
3. Place the patient on continuous monitoring.
4. Obtain vital signs.
5. Administer Oxygen at 2 L per minute via nasal cannula. Titrate to maintain O2 saturation of greater than or equal to 92%.
6. Administer Normal Saline at 150 mL per hour using a new bag and new intravenous tubing.
7. Administer Hydrocortisone 100 mg intravenous (if patient has allergy to Hydrocortisone, please administer Dexamethasone 4 mg intravenous), Cetirizine 10 mg orally and Famotidine 20 mg intravenous once.
8. If no improvement after 15 minutes, advance level of care to Grade 3 (Severe).
9. Assess vital signs every 15 minutes until resolution of symptoms or otherwise ordered by covering physician.
		  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 83	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Grade 3 – SEVERE Symptoms (hypoxia, hypotension, or neurologic compromise – cyanosis or O2 saturation less than 92%, hypotension with systolic blood pressure less than 90 mmHg, confusion, collapse, loss of consciousness, or incontinence)
1. Stop the infusion.
2. Notify the CERT team and treating physician immediately.
3. Place the patient on continuous monitoring.
4. Obtain vital signs.
5. If heart rate is less than 50 or greater than 120, or blood pressure is less than 90/50 mmHg, place patient in reclined or flattened position.
6. Administer Oxygen at 2 L per minute via nasal cannula. Titrate to maintain O2 saturation of greater than or equal to 92%.
7. Administer Normal Saline at 1000 mL intravenous bolus using a new bag and new intravenous tubing.
8. Administer Hydrocortisone 100 mg intravenous (if patient has allergy to Hydrocortisone, please administer Dexamethasone 4 mg intravenous) and Famotidine 20 mg intravenous once.
9. Administer Epinephrine (1:1000) 0.3 mg subcutaneous.
10. Assess vital signs every 15 minutes until resolution of symptoms or otherwise ordered by covering physician.
		  	diphenhydrAMINE (BENADRYL) injection 25 mg	Dose: 25 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN	Start: S				  	cetirizine (ZyrTEC) tablet 10 mg	Dose: 10 mg	Route: oral	once PRN	Start: S				  	famotidine (PEPCID) injection 20 mg	Dose: 20 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN	Start: S				  	hydrocortisone sodium succinate (Solu-CORTEF) injection 100 mg	Dose: 100 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN					  	dexAMETHasone (DECADRON) IV 4 mg	Dose: 4 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN					  	epINEPHrine (ADRENALIN) 1 mg/1 mL injection 0.3 mg	Dose: 0.3 mg	Route: subcutaneous	PRN	Start: S					Discharge Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 76	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Discontinue IV.
			Discharge Nursing Orders
☑	sodium chloride 0.9 % flush 20 mL	Dose: 20 mL	Route: intravenous	PRN					☑	HEParin, porcine (PF) injection 500 Units	Dose: 500 Units	Route: intra-catheter	once PRN	Start: S			Instructions:	Concentration: 100 units/mL. Heparin flush for Implanted Vascular Access Device maintenance.			Discharge Nursing Orders
  	alteplase (CATHFLO) for NON Quinton and NON Hemodialysis Catheters 2 mg	Dose: 2 mg	Route: intra-catheter	once PRN	Start: S			Instructions:	HOLD and notify provider if Platelets LESS than 50.  Instill dose into occluded catheter. Do not force solution into
catheter. After a 30-minute dwell time, assess catheter function by attempting
to aspirate blood. If catheter is functional, aspirate 4 to 5 mL of blood in
patients greater than or equal to 10 kg to remove Cathflo Activase and
residual clots. Gently irrigate the catheter with NS. If catheter remains
nonfunctional, let Cathflo Activase dwell for another 90 minutes (total dwell
time: 120 minutes) and reassess function. If catheter function is not restored,
a second dose may be instilled					
Cycles 2 to 6	Repeat 5 times	Cycle length: 21 days	Day 1	Perform every 1 day x1		Appointment Requests
  	INFUSION APPOINTMENT REQUEST	Interval: --	Occurrences: --			Labs
☑	COMPREHENSIVE METABOLIC PANEL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☑	CBC WITH PLATELET AND DIFFERENTIAL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☑	MAGNESIUM LEVEL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --			Outpatient Electrolyte Replacement Protocol
  	TREATMENT CONDITIONS 39	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	The protocol applies only if the following is met. 
1. SCr LESS than 1.5; 
2. Potassium level LESS than 3.5 mEq/L; 
3. Recent pre-infusion labs.   

Dosing is based on lab value.
o Serum potassium less than 3.0mEq/L, give 40mEq KCL IV or PO and contact MD/NP. 
o Serum potassium 3.0 to 3.2mEq/L, give 40mEq KCL IV or PO. 
o Serum potassium 3.3 to 3.4mEq/L, give 20mEq KCL IV or PO. 
o Serum potassium 3.5 mEq/L or greater, do not give potassium replacement. 

If patient meets criteria, order THERAPY PLAN called "Outpatient Electrolyte Replacement". 
Sign electrolyte replacement order as Per protocol: cosign required.
		  	TREATMENT CONDITIONS 40 	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	The protocol applies only if the following is met. 
1. SCr LESS than 1.5; 
2. Magnesium level LESS than 1.6 mg/dL; 
3. Recent pre-infusion labs. 

Dosing is based on lab value. 
o Serum Magnesium less than 1.0 mg/dL, give 2 gram magnesium sulfate IV and contact MD/NP. 
o Serum Magnesium 1.0 to 1.2 mg/dL, give 2 gram magnesium sulfate IV. 
o Serum Magnesium 1.3 to 1.5 mg/dL, give 1 gram magnesium sulfate IV. 
o Serum Magnesium 1.6 mg/dL or greater, do not give magnesium replacement. 

If patient meets criteria, order THERAPY PLAN called "Outpatient Electrolyte Replacement". 
Sign electrolyte replacement order as Per protocol: cosign required.
			Nursing Orders
  	TREATMENT CONDITIONS 7	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	HOLD and notify provider if   
o ANC LESS than 1,000; 
o Platelets LESS than 100,000; 
o Total Bilirubin GREATER than 3x ULN; 
o Creatine Clearance LESS than 50 mL / min.
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 16	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Verify that the patient has taken appropriate oral chemotherapy medication from home prescription.

Rx: Capecitabine *** mg PO BID X 14 days, then 7 days off.
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 11	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Exposure to cold may exacerbate oxaliplatin-induced neuropathy (including pharyngolaryngeal dysesthesia). Encourage patient to keep blanket on their chest and/or throat during oxaliplatin infusion. Educate patient to avoid cold drinks/foods, ice chips or exposure to cold water or air for 7 days after oxaliplatin infusion.

Assess and notify provider for persistent neuropathy (Grade 2).
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 14	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Contact Provider if drug-induced acneiform rash develops and covers more than 25 per cent of the body.
			Line Care
  	sodium chloride 0.9% flush 20 mL	Dose: 20 mL	Route: intravenous	PRN	Start: S			Instructions:	Do NOT administer with Oxaliplatin.		  	dextrose 5% infusion 250 mL	Dose: 250 mL	Route: intravenous	once @ 30 mL/hr for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	To keep vein open for Oxaliplatin.		  	sodium chloride 0.9 % infusion 250 mL	Dose: 250 mL	Route: intravenous	once @ 30 mL/hr for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	To keep vein open.  Do NOT administer with Oxaliplatin.			Pre-Medications
☑	palonosetron (ALOXI) injection 0.25 mg	Dose: 250 mcg	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose	Start: S	End: S  3:00 PM			☑	dexAMETHasone (DECADRON) 12 mg in sodium chloride 0.9% 50 mL IVPB	Dose: 12 mg	Route: intravenous	once over 15 Minutes for 1 dose	Start: S				☑	diphenhydrAMINE (BENADRYL) injection 25 mg	Dose: 25 mg	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	Give 30 minutes prior to cetuximab.			Supportive Care
◯	LORAZepam (ATIVAN) injection 1 mg	Dose: 1 mg	Route: intravenous	once PRN	Start: S				◯	LORAZepam (ATIVAN) tablet 1 mg	Dose: 1 mg	Route: oral	once PRN	Start: S					Chemotherapy
  	cetuximab (ERBITUX) 250 mg/m2 in 0 mL	Dose: 250 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once over 60 Minutes for 1 dose			Offset: 30 Minutes	Instructions:	Administer with low protein binding 0.22 micron filter. Do not shake. Do not mix with other medications. Flush IV line with NS at the end of infusion.

Rate of infusion not to exceed 10 mg/minute (5 mL/minute)	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	CETUXIMAB 100 MG/50 ML INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Medications	250 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes			  	OXALIplatin (ELOXATIN) 130 mg/m2 in dextrose 5% 500 mL chemo IVPB	Dose: 130 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once over 120 Minutes for 1 dose			Offset: 1.5 Hours	Instructions:	Irritant - avoid extravasation. Flush line with D5W before and after oxaliplatin infusion.	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	OXALIPLATIN 100 MG/20 ML INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Medications	130 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes	DEXTROSE 5 % IN WATER (D5W) INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	QS Base	500 mL	Yes	Yes				Hematology & Oncology Hypersensitivity Reaction Standing Order
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 82	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Grade 1 - MILD Symptoms (cutaneous and subcutaneous symptoms only - itching, flushing, periorbital edema, rash, or runny nose)
1. Stop the infusion.
2. Place the patient on continuous monitoring.
3. Obtain vital signs.
4. Administer Normal Saline at 50 mL per hour using a new bag and new intravenous tubing.
5. If greater than or equal to 30 minutes since the last dose of Diphenhydramine, administer Diphenhydramine 25 mg intravenous once.
6. If less than 30 minutes since the last dose of Diphenhydramine, administer Cetirizine 10 mg orally and Famotidine 20 mg intravenous once.
7. Notify the treating physician.
8. If no improvement after 15 minutes, advance level of care to Grade 2 (Moderate) or Grade 3 (Severe).
9. Assess vital signs every 15 minutes until resolution of symptoms or otherwise ordered by covering physician.
		  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 4	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Grade 2 - MODERATE Symptoms (cardiovascular, respiratory, or gastrointestinal symptoms - shortness of breath, wheezing, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diaphoresis, throat or chest tightness, abdominal or back pain)
1. Stop the infusion.
2. Notify the CERT team and treating physician immediately.
3. Place the patient on continuous monitoring.
4. Obtain vital signs.
5. Administer Oxygen at 2 L per minute via nasal cannula. Titrate to maintain O2 saturation of greater than or equal to 92%.
6. Administer Normal Saline at 150 mL per hour using a new bag and new intravenous tubing.
7. Administer Hydrocortisone 100 mg intravenous (if patient has allergy to Hydrocortisone, please administer Dexamethasone 4 mg intravenous), Cetirizine 10 mg orally and Famotidine 20 mg intravenous once.
8. If no improvement after 15 minutes, advance level of care to Grade 3 (Severe).
9. Assess vital signs every 15 minutes until resolution of symptoms or otherwise ordered by covering physician.
		  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 83	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Grade 3 – SEVERE Symptoms (hypoxia, hypotension, or neurologic compromise – cyanosis or O2 saturation less than 92%, hypotension with systolic blood pressure less than 90 mmHg, confusion, collapse, loss of consciousness, or incontinence)
1. Stop the infusion.
2. Notify the CERT team and treating physician immediately.
3. Place the patient on continuous monitoring.
4. Obtain vital signs.
5. If heart rate is less than 50 or greater than 120, or blood pressure is less than 90/50 mmHg, place patient in reclined or flattened position.
6. Administer Oxygen at 2 L per minute via nasal cannula. Titrate to maintain O2 saturation of greater than or equal to 92%.
7. Administer Normal Saline at 1000 mL intravenous bolus using a new bag and new intravenous tubing.
8. Administer Hydrocortisone 100 mg intravenous (if patient has allergy to Hydrocortisone, please administer Dexamethasone 4 mg intravenous) and Famotidine 20 mg intravenous once.
9. Administer Epinephrine (1:1000) 0.3 mg subcutaneous.
10. Assess vital signs every 15 minutes until resolution of symptoms or otherwise ordered by covering physician.
		  	diphenhydrAMINE (BENADRYL) injection 25 mg	Dose: 25 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN	Start: S				  	cetirizine (ZyrTEC) tablet 10 mg	Dose: 10 mg	Route: oral	once PRN	Start: S				  	famotidine (PEPCID) injection 20 mg	Dose: 20 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN	Start: S				  	hydrocortisone sodium succinate (Solu-CORTEF) injection 100 mg	Dose: 100 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN					  	dexAMETHasone (DECADRON) IV 4 mg	Dose: 4 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN					  	epINEPHrine (ADRENALIN) 1 mg/1 mL injection 0.3 mg	Dose: 0.3 mg	Route: subcutaneous	PRN	Start: S					Discharge Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 76	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Discontinue IV.
			Discharge Nursing Orders
☑	sodium chloride 0.9 % flush 20 mL	Dose: 20 mL	Route: intravenous	PRN					☑	HEParin, porcine (PF) injection 500 Units	Dose: 500 Units	Route: intra-catheter	once PRN	Start: S			Instructions:	Concentration: 100 units/mL. Heparin flush for Implanted Vascular Access Device maintenance.			Discharge Nursing Orders
  	alteplase (CATHFLO) for NON Quinton and NON Hemodialysis Catheters 2 mg	Dose: 2 mg	Route: intra-catheter	once PRN	Start: S			Instructions:	HOLD and notify provider if Platelets LESS than 50.  Instill dose into occluded catheter. Do not force solution into
catheter. After a 30-minute dwell time, assess catheter function by attempting
to aspirate blood. If catheter is functional, aspirate 4 to 5 mL of blood in
patients greater than or equal to 10 kg to remove Cathflo Activase and
residual clots. Gently irrigate the catheter with NS. If catheter remains
nonfunctional, let Cathflo Activase dwell for another 90 minutes (total dwell
time: 120 minutes) and reassess function. If catheter function is not restored,
a second dose may be instilled				Days 8,15	Perform every 7 days x2		Appointment Requests
  	INFUSION APPOINTMENT REQUEST	Interval: --	Occurrences: --			Labs
☑	COMPREHENSIVE METABOLIC PANEL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☑	CBC WITH PLATELET AND DIFFERENTIAL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☑	MAGNESIUM LEVEL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --			Outpatient Electrolyte Replacement Protocol
  	TREATMENT CONDITIONS 39	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	The protocol applies only if the following is met. 
1. SCr LESS than 1.5; 
2. Potassium level LESS than 3.5 mEq/L; 
3. Recent pre-infusion labs.   

Dosing is based on lab value.
o Serum potassium less than 3.0mEq/L, give 40mEq KCL IV or PO and contact MD/NP. 
o Serum potassium 3.0 to 3.2mEq/L, give 40mEq KCL IV or PO. 
o Serum potassium 3.3 to 3.4mEq/L, give 20mEq KCL IV or PO. 
o Serum potassium 3.5 mEq/L or greater, do not give potassium replacement. 

If patient meets criteria, order THERAPY PLAN called "Outpatient Electrolyte Replacement". 
Sign electrolyte replacement order as Per protocol: cosign required.
		  	TREATMENT CONDITIONS 40 	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	The protocol applies only if the following is met. 
1. SCr LESS than 1.5; 
2. Magnesium level LESS than 1.6 mg/dL; 
3. Recent pre-infusion labs. 

Dosing is based on lab value. 
o Serum Magnesium less than 1.0 mg/dL, give 2 gram magnesium sulfate IV and contact MD/NP. 
o Serum Magnesium 1.0 to 1.2 mg/dL, give 2 gram magnesium sulfate IV. 
o Serum Magnesium 1.3 to 1.5 mg/dL, give 1 gram magnesium sulfate IV. 
o Serum Magnesium 1.6 mg/dL or greater, do not give magnesium replacement. 

If patient meets criteria, order THERAPY PLAN called "Outpatient Electrolyte Replacement". 
Sign electrolyte replacement order as Per protocol: cosign required.
			Nursing Orders
  	TREATMENT CONDITIONS 7	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	HOLD and notify provider if   
o ANC LESS than 1,000; 
o Platelets LESS than 100,000; 
o Total Bilirubin GREATER than 3x ULN; 
o Creatine Clearance LESS than 50 mL / min.
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 16	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Verify that the patient has taken appropriate oral chemotherapy medication from home prescription.

Rx: Capecitabine *** mg PO BID X 14 days, then 7 days off.
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 11	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Exposure to cold may exacerbate oxaliplatin-induced neuropathy (including pharyngolaryngeal dysesthesia). Encourage patient to keep blanket on their chest and/or throat during oxaliplatin infusion. Educate patient to avoid cold drinks/foods, ice chips or exposure to cold water or air for 7 days after oxaliplatin infusion.

Assess and notify provider for persistent neuropathy (Grade 2).
			Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 14	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Contact Provider if drug-induced acneiform rash develops and covers more than 25 per cent of the body.
			Line Care
  	sodium chloride 0.9% flush 20 mL	Dose: 20 mL	Route: intravenous	PRN	Start: S					Line Care
  	sodium chloride 0.9 % infusion 250 mL	Dose: 250 mL	Route: intravenous	once @ 30 mL/hr for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	To keep vein open.  Do NOT administer with Oxaliplatin.			Pre-Medications
  	diphenhydrAMINE (BENADRYL) injection 25 mg	Dose: 25 mg	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	Give 30 minutes prior to cetuximab.			Supportive Care
◯	LORAZepam (ATIVAN) injection 1 mg	Dose: 1 mg	Route: intravenous	once PRN	Start: S				◯	LORAZepam (ATIVAN) tablet 1 mg	Dose: 1 mg	Route: oral	once PRN	Start: S					Chemotherapy
  	cetuximab (ERBITUX) 250 mg/m2 in 0 mL	Dose: 250 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once over 60 Minutes for 1 dose			Offset: 30 Minutes	Instructions:	Administer with low protein binding 0.22 micron filter. Do not shake. Do not mix with other medications. Flush IV line with NS at the end of infusion.

Rate of infusion not to exceed 10 mg/minute (5 mL/minute)	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	CETUXIMAB 100 MG/50 ML INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Medications	250 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes				Hematology & Oncology Hypersensitivity Reaction Standing Order
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 82	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Grade 1 - MILD Symptoms (cutaneous and subcutaneous symptoms only - itching, flushing, periorbital edema, rash, or runny nose)
1. Stop the infusion.
2. Place the patient on continuous monitoring.
3. Obtain vital signs.
4. Administer Normal Saline at 50 mL per hour using a new bag and new intravenous tubing.
5. If greater than or equal to 30 minutes since the last dose of Diphenhydramine, administer Diphenhydramine 25 mg intravenous once.
6. If less than 30 minutes since the last dose of Diphenhydramine, administer Cetirizine 10 mg orally and Famotidine 20 mg intravenous once.
7. Notify the treating physician.
8. If no improvement after 15 minutes, advance level of care to Grade 2 (Moderate) or Grade 3 (Severe).
9. Assess vital signs every 15 minutes until resolution of symptoms or otherwise ordered by covering physician.
		  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 4	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Grade 2 - MODERATE Symptoms (cardiovascular, respiratory, or gastrointestinal symptoms - shortness of breath, wheezing, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diaphoresis, throat or chest tightness, abdominal or back pain)
1. Stop the infusion.
2. Notify the CERT team and treating physician immediately.
3. Place the patient on continuous monitoring.
4. Obtain vital signs.
5. Administer Oxygen at 2 L per minute via nasal cannula. Titrate to maintain O2 saturation of greater than or equal to 92%.
6. Administer Normal Saline at 150 mL per hour using a new bag and new intravenous tubing.
7. Administer Hydrocortisone 100 mg intravenous (if patient has allergy to Hydrocortisone, please administer Dexamethasone 4 mg intravenous), Cetirizine 10 mg orally and Famotidine 20 mg intravenous once.
8. If no improvement after 15 minutes, advance level of care to Grade 3 (Severe).
9. Assess vital signs every 15 minutes until resolution of symptoms or otherwise ordered by covering physician.
		  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 83	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Grade 3 – SEVERE Symptoms (hypoxia, hypotension, or neurologic compromise – cyanosis or O2 saturation less than 92%, hypotension with systolic blood pressure less than 90 mmHg, confusion, collapse, loss of consciousness, or incontinence)
1. Stop the infusion.
2. Notify the CERT team and treating physician immediately.
3. Place the patient on continuous monitoring.
4. Obtain vital signs.
5. If heart rate is less than 50 or greater than 120, or blood pressure is less than 90/50 mmHg, place patient in reclined or flattened position.
6. Administer Oxygen at 2 L per minute via nasal cannula. Titrate to maintain O2 saturation of greater than or equal to 92%.
7. Administer Normal Saline at 1000 mL intravenous bolus using a new bag and new intravenous tubing.
8. Administer Hydrocortisone 100 mg intravenous (if patient has allergy to Hydrocortisone, please administer Dexamethasone 4 mg intravenous) and Famotidine 20 mg intravenous once.
9. Administer Epinephrine (1:1000) 0.3 mg subcutaneous.
10. Assess vital signs every 15 minutes until resolution of symptoms or otherwise ordered by covering physician.
		  	diphenhydrAMINE (BENADRYL) injection 25 mg	Dose: 25 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN	Start: S				  	cetirizine (ZyrTEC) tablet 10 mg	Dose: 10 mg	Route: oral	once PRN	Start: S				  	famotidine (PEPCID) injection 20 mg	Dose: 20 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN	Start: S				  	hydrocortisone sodium succinate (Solu-CORTEF) injection 100 mg	Dose: 100 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN					  	dexAMETHasone (DECADRON) IV 4 mg	Dose: 4 mg	Route: intravenous	PRN					  	epINEPHrine (ADRENALIN) 1 mg/1 mL injection 0.3 mg	Dose: 0.3 mg	Route: subcutaneous	PRN	Start: S					Discharge Nursing Orders
  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 76	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Discontinue IV.
			Discharge Nursing Orders
☑	sodium chloride 0.9 % flush 20 mL	Dose: 20 mL	Route: intravenous	PRN					☑	HEParin, porcine (PF) injection 500 Units	Dose: 500 Units	Route: intra-catheter	once PRN	Start: S			Instructions:	Concentration: 100 units/mL. Heparin flush for Implanted Vascular Access Device maintenance.			Discharge Nursing Orders
  	alteplase (CATHFLO) for NON Quinton and NON Hemodialysis Catheters 2 mg	Dose: 2 mg	Route: intra-catheter	once PRN	Start: S			Instructions:	HOLD and notify provider if Platelets LESS than 50.  Instill dose into occluded catheter. Do not force solution into
catheter. After a 30-minute dwell time, assess catheter function by attempting
to aspirate blood. If catheter is functional, aspirate 4 to 5 mL of blood in
patients greater than or equal to 10 kg to remove Cathflo Activase and
residual clots. Gently irrigate the catheter with NS. If catheter remains
nonfunctional, let Cathflo Activase dwell for another 90 minutes (total dwell
time: 120 minutes) and reassess function. If catheter function is not restored,
a second dose may be instilled