RESET - Booklet - Manual / Resource - Page 17
Infusion Days:
Starting The Infusion:
1.
1.
It is not abnormal for you to be awake for part or all of your treatment. The infusion nurse will do all they can to keep you as comfortable as possible. Your infusion will take approximately 45 min to
90 min. Once your infusion has begun, you will not be allowed to
your arm.
2.
ration probe and blood pressure cu. Your baseline vital signs will
upon arrival.
You will be expected to fill out electronic intake documents prior to
your initial infusion. Paper documents may be provided by request.
be taken before your infusion begins.
3.
4.
relax. During your infusion, you will experience dissociative feel-
You are allowed to bring a phone or tablet, but not allowed to take
photos or videos to protect patient privacy.
You will then be given IV medications (Zofran) and possibly
Versed). These medications will help with nausea and will help you
You will need to arrive early if you choose to fill out paper.
3.
Once the IV access has begun, you will be monitored every 5
minutes using a vital signs monitor. This will include oxygen satu-
move from the chair. It is recommended you empty your bladder
2.
On your first day, the nurse will place an IV catheter into a vein in
ings as this is a side eect of ketamine.
4.
When your infusion is complete, you may experience dizziness,
Once all paperwork is compete, the infusion process will begin. It is
double vision, headache and/or nausea. The nurse may adminis-
recommended that you wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing.
ter medication to help with these side eects. These side eects
You may bring a pillow and/or blanket for your comfort.
usually diminish very rapidly after the infusion but may continue
5.
Your vital signs will be intermittently monitored and recorded.
6.
If your caregiver/driver is not present, you will not be able to begin
the infusion and you will need to reschedule (a nonrefundable fee of
for about 24-48hrs.
5.
If your symptoms persist, please contact our oce
(385) 626-6027.
$150 will be assessed if an infusion must be cancelled). It is recommended that you have a caregiver/driver with you for at least
24hrs after your infusions depending on your toleration of the infusion.
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