As the health care industry’s most comprehensive library of customizable policy and procedure templates, MCN Healthcare’s Hospice Policy and Procedure Manual includes this customizable template, Anaphylaxis Protocol. MCN’s policy library helps you meet compliance with Joint Commission and federal regulations including CMS, CDC, OSHA, OIG, HIPAA and more.

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Here is some sample content from Anaphylaxis Protocol:

	PURPOSE: To delineate guidelines for the Hospice RN to follow in the event of anaphylaxis reaction. POLICY: The Hospice RN may administer medications for emergency use in the event of anaphylactic reaction when administering IV medications. Medications must be given according to a physician's order. DEFINITION: Signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis: Respiratory distress: dyspnea, wheezing, choking, cyanosis Dermatologic changes: urticaria, erythema, angioedema, pruritus Gastrointestinal complaints: nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea Vascular response: rapidly falling blood...
Second excerpt:
	...Instruct patient as to signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis to report at once. Have telephone number of paramedics available use 911, if appropriate. Have all ordered anaphylaxis medications within reach. During IV medication administration: Stop flow of drug. Evaluate signs and symptoms rapidly. Administer medications for anaphylaxis according to physician orders and described directions. Notify paramedics use 911, if appropriate. Notify physician and follow orders received. Monitor...