Here's how Optum Infusion
Pharmacy infusion suites
are set up to help you
succeed with your treatment.
We have infusion suites across
the country. With openings seven days a week,
including evenings and weekends,
you can set up a time
that works with your schedule.
We have private and
semi-private infusion spaces.
Talk with your nurse about which you
prefer before you arrive.
When you arrive, ring
the doorbell to let the
staff members know you're there.
Anyone who comes to an Optum infusion suite
is let in by a staff member.
Soon a nurse will take you back
to the infusion chair for your treatment.
We give you individual attention.
In many cases, each patient
in our infusion suite has
their own nurse. Getting
an infusion can make you feel cold.
We recommend that you bring a sweater
or jacket just in case.
But we'll give you
a blanket if you need one too.
As you get settled, your nurse
may ask you some questions,
How you're feeling that day and
whether you've had infusions before.
This helps your nurse understand how you've
responded to infusions in the past.
It also establishes your health history,
whether you've had a recent infection or fever.
All these things are important to
make sure your infusion goes smoothly.
Before every infusion, we
make sure it's safe for you to proceed.
Your nurse will check your blood pressure and
other vital signs as directed by your doctor.
If they have any questions about the results,
they'll call your doctor to talk about
next steps. Where your nurse starts your.
infusion depends on
your condition and treatment.
A temporary intravenous catheter
might be in your hand or
arm or with a port or
venous access device you
already have in place.
Once the IV has been inserted,
the nurse will flush it with
saline to make sure it's clean.
Then they'll set up your infusion.
Not every infusion takes the
same amount of time.
When you set up your appointment,
the nurse will talk to you about how long
you can expect your infusion to take,
including any monitoring time afterward.
This will help you know
what to bring with you.
During your infusion, the staff
will make sure you're comfortable.
The infusion chairs recline so you
can have your feet
raised if it's more comfortable.
You can read a book or magazine,
watch TV, or even take a nap.
Your nurse will check on
you throughout the infusion.
They may take your vital signs if
your treatment requires it.
They'll also monitor how much time you have
left and adjust the rate of
your infusion if they need to.
During your treatment, tell
your nurse if you don't feel well.
When your infusion is done,
your nurse will disconnect
the infusion line and make sure
your infusion site is clean.
If you had a peripheral intravenous catheter
inserted, it will be removed now.
Once your infusion is complete,
your nurse will talk with you
about follow-up appointments.
You'll learn about signs to look for after
your infusion and when you might
need to talk with your doctor or pharmacy.
You can call us 24/7,
if you have any questions.
That's all it takes to get an infusion
from our expert staff in the controlled,
comfortable environment of
an Optum infusion suite.
Visit our website to
learn how to get started.