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OP RITUXIMAB 500 MG/M2 (EVERY 14 DAYS)	

Types:      ONCOLOGY TREATMENT
Synonyms:  RITUX, LYMPHOMA, 500, CNS

Cycle 1	Repeat 1 time	Cycle length: 14 days	Day 1	Perform every 1 day x1		Appointment Requests
  	INFUSION APPOINTMENT REQUEST	Interval: --	Occurrences: --			Provider Communication
  	ONC PROVIDER COMMUNICATION	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	Verify Hep B / C panel status prior to treatment initiation. Date *** of panel. Result positive/negative/pending/unknown:22867

Results Required prior to administration of Rituximab.  
The required components for the hepatitis B panel includes: Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), total hepatitis B core antibody (anti-HBc), and hepatitis B surface antibody (anti-HBs). 
The required hepatitis C results include:  Hepatitis C Antibody with Reflex to PCR.
			Labs
☑	CBC WITH PLATELET AND DIFFERENTIAL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☑	COMPREHENSIVE METABOLIC PANEL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☑	MAGNESIUM LEVEL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☐	LDH	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☐	URIC ACID 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.
			Line Care
  	INSERT PERIPHERAL IV OR ACCESS PORTACATH	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		  	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.			Rituximab Pre-Medications
  	acetaminophen (TYLENOL) tablet 650 mg	Dose: 650 mg	Route: oral	once for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	Give 30 minutes before rituximab infusion.		  	diphenhydrAMINE (BENADRYL) injection 25 mg	Dose: 25 mg	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	Give 30 minutes before rituximab infusion.			Chemotherapy
◉	riTUXimab-abbs (TRUXIMA) 500 mg/m2 in sodium chloride 0.9% INITIAL INFUSION RATE IVPB	Dose: 500 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose			Offset: 2 Hours	Instructions:	Initiate infusion at rate of 50 mg/hour.  In the absence of infusion toxicity (SBP within 20 mmHG of baseline, PULSE between 60 and 120 and TEMP less than 38 degrees C, and no symptoms), then increase infusion rate by 50 mg/hour every 30 minutes, to a maximum rate of 400 mg/hour.	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	RITUXIMAB-ABBS 10 MG/ML INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Medications	500 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes	SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9 % INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	Yes	Yes	DEXTROSE 5 % IN WATER (D5W) INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	No	Yes			◯	RiTUXimab (PF) (RITUXAN) 500 mg/m2 in sodium chloride 0.9% INITIAL INFUSION RATE IVPB	Dose: 500 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose			Offset: 2 Hours	Instructions:	Initiate infusion at rate of 50 mg/hour.  In the absence of infusion toxicity (SBP within 20 mmHG of baseline, PULSE between 60 and 120 and TEMP less than 38 degrees C, and no symptoms), then increase infusion rate by 50 mg/hour every 30 minutes, to a maximum rate of 400 mg/hour.	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	RITUXIMAB 10 MG/ML CONCENTRATE,INTRAVENOUS	Medications	500 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes	SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9 % INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	Yes	Yes	DEXTROSE 5 % IN WATER (D5W) INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	No	Yes			◯	rituximab-pvvr (PF) (RUXIENCE) 500 mg/m2 in sodium chloride 0.9% INITIAL INFUSION RATE IVPB	Dose: 500 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose			Offset: 2 Hours	Instructions:	Initiate infusion at rate of 50 mg/hour.  In the absence of infusion toxicity (SBP within 20 mmHG of baseline, PULSE between 60 and 120 and TEMP less than 38 degrees C, and no symptoms), then increase infusion rate by 50 mg/hour every 30 minutes, to a maximum rate of 400 mg/hour.	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	RITUXIMAB-PVVR 10 MG/ML INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Medications	500 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes	SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9 % INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	Yes	Yes	DEXTROSE 5 % IN WATER (D5W) INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	No	Yes			◯	rituximab-arrx (RIABNI) 500 mg/m2 in sodium chloride 0.9% INITIAL INFUSION RATE IVPB	Dose: 500 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose			Offset: 2 Hours	Instructions:	Initiate infusion at rate of 50 mg/hour.  In the absence of infusion toxicity (SBP within 20 mmHG of baseline, PULSE between 60 and 120 and TEMP less than 38 degrees C, and no symptoms), then increase infusion rate by 50 mg/hour every 30 minutes, to a maximum rate of 400 mg/hour.	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	RITUXIMAB-ARRX 10 MG/ML INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Medications	500 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes	SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9 % INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	Yes	Yes	DEXTROSE 5 % IN WATER (D5W) INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	No	Yes				Rituximab Instructions
  	VITAL SIGNS - T/P/R/BP PER UNIT PROTOCOL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	1) During Rituximab infusion:
-Vitals every 15 minutes during 1st hour of infusion, THEN
-Every 30 minutes for 1 hour, THEN
-Every hour until end of infusion
-Call MD if SBP less than 90, pulse less than 60 or greater than 120, temperature greater than 38.5 degrees C
		  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 26	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	2) Infuse antibody via pump
3) If any of the following occurs: FEVER (T greater than 38.5 degrees C), RIGORS, HYPOTENSION (30mm Hg decrease from baseline), and / or MUCOSAL CONGESTION / EDEMA, HOLD infusion until improvement of symptoms (When symptoms improve, resume infusion at HALF the previous rate)

			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.
		  	acetaminophen (TYLENOL) tablet 650 mg	Dose: 650 mg	Route: oral	once PRN	Start: S				  	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					Rituximab Additional Orders
  	meperidine (DEMEROL) injection (RESTRICTED) 25 mg	Dose: 25 mg	Route: intravenous	once PRN						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: 14 days	Day 1	Perform every 1 day x1		Appointment Requests
  	INFUSION APPOINTMENT REQUEST	Interval: --	Occurrences: --			Labs
☑	CBC WITH PLATELET AND DIFFERENTIAL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☑	COMPREHENSIVE METABOLIC PANEL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☑	MAGNESIUM LEVEL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☐	LDH	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		☐	URIC ACID 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.
			Line Care
  	INSERT PERIPHERAL IV OR ACCESS PORTACATH	Interval: --	Occurrences: --		  	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.			Rituximab Pre-Medications
  	acetaminophen (TYLENOL) tablet 650 mg	Dose: 650 mg	Route: oral	once for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	Give 30 minutes before rituximab infusion.		  	diphenhydrAMINE (BENADRYL) injection 25 mg	Dose: 25 mg	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose	Start: S			Instructions:	Give 30 minutes before rituximab infusion.			Chemotherapy
◉	riTUXimab-abbs (TRUXIMA) 500 mg/m2 in sodium chloride 0.9% NON-INITIAL INFUSION IVPB	Dose: 500 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose			Offset: 2 Hours	Instructions:	Initiate infusion rate at a 100 mg/hour.  In the absence of infusion toxicity (SBP within 20 mmHG of baseline, PULSE between 60 and 120 and TEMP less than 38 degrees C, and no symptoms), increase rate by 100 mg/hour increments at 30 minute intervals, to a maximum rate of 400 mg/hour.	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	RITUXIMAB-ABBS 10 MG/ML INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Medications	500 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes	SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9 % INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	Yes	Yes	DEXTROSE 5 % IN WATER (D5W) INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	No	Yes			◯	RiTUXimab (PF) (RITUXAN) 500 mg/m2 in sodium chloride 0.9% NON-INITIAL INFUSION IVPB	Dose: 500 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose			Offset: 2 Hours	Instructions:	Initiate infusion rate at a 100 mg/hour.  In the absence of infusion toxicity (SBP within 20 mmHG of baseline, PULSE between 60 and 120 and TEMP less than 38 degrees C, and no symptoms), increase rate by 100 mg/hour increments at 30 minute intervals, to a maximum rate of 400 mg/hour.	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	RITUXIMAB 10 MG/ML CONCENTRATE,INTRAVENOUS	Medications	500 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes	SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9 % INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	Yes	Yes	DEXTROSE 5 % IN WATER (D5W) INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	No	Yes			◯	rituximab-pvvr (PF) (RUXIENCE) 500 mg/m2 in sodium chloride 0.9% NON-INITIAL INFUSION IVPB	Dose: 500 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose			Offset: 2 Hours	Instructions:	Initiate infusion rate at a 100 mg/hour.  In the absence of infusion toxicity (SBP within 20 mmHG of baseline, PULSE between 60 and 120 and TEMP less than 38 degrees C, and no symptoms), increase rate by 100 mg/hour increments at 30 minute intervals, to a maximum rate of 400 mg/hour.	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	RITUXIMAB-PVVR 10 MG/ML INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Medications	500 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes	SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9 % INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	Yes	Yes	DEXTROSE 5 % IN WATER (D5W) INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	No	Yes			◯	rituximab-arrx (RIABNI) 500 mg/m2 in sodium chloride 0.9% NON-INITIAL INFUSION IVPB	Dose: 500 mg/m2	Route: intravenous	once for 1 dose			Offset: 2 Hours	Instructions:	Initiate infusion rate at a 100 mg/hour.  In the absence of infusion toxicity (SBP within 20 mmHG of baseline, PULSE between 60 and 120 and TEMP less than 38 degrees C, and no symptoms), increase rate by 100 mg/hour increments at 30 minute intervals, to a maximum rate of 400 mg/hour.	Ingredients:	Name	Type	Dose	Selected	Adds Vol.	RITUXIMAB-ARRX 10 MG/ML INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Medications	500 mg/m2	Main Ingredient	Yes	SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9 % INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	Yes	Yes	DEXTROSE 5 % IN WATER (D5W) INTRAVENOUS SOLUTION	Base	 	No	Yes				Rituximab Instructions
  	VITAL SIGNS - T/P/R/BP PER UNIT PROTOCOL	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	1) During Rituximab infusion:
-Vitals every 15 minutes during 1st hour of infusion, THEN
-Every 30 minutes for 1 hour, THEN
-Every hour until end of infusion
-Call MD if SBP less than 90, pulse less than 60 or greater than 120, temperature greater than 38.5 degrees C
		  	ONC NURSING COMMUNICATION 26	Interval: --	Occurrences: --	Comments:	2) Infuse antibody via pump
3) If any of the following occurs: FEVER (T greater than 38.5 degrees C), RIGORS, HYPOTENSION (30mm Hg decrease from baseline), and / or MUCOSAL CONGESTION / EDEMA, HOLD infusion until improvement of symptoms (When symptoms improve, resume infusion at HALF the previous rate)

			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.
		  	acetaminophen (TYLENOL) tablet 650 mg	Dose: 650 mg	Route: oral	once PRN	Start: S				  	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					Rituximab Additional Orders
  	meperidine (DEMEROL) injection (RESTRICTED) 25 mg	Dose: 25 mg	Route: intravenous	once PRN						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