Children with bleeding disorders that require treatment using home IV therapy (regularly or intermittently) and for whom home-infusion training has been recommended by their HTC are welcome to attend this class.
Children will learn about how to infuse themselves and/or practice self-infusing for treatment of their bleeding disorder. NEHA will communicate with treatment centers about whether infusion class is appropriate for your family.
This class takes place during activity rotations. Parents are encouraged to allow children to attend this training independently for best results. Children may also use this time to learn more about injecting subcutaneous medications for a bleeding disorder.
This class is also recommended for children who are already able to self-infuse, as it provides an opportunity to practice their skills and support peers who may be having difficulty. Any child who is able to successfully access a vein using a butterfly needle and obtain blood return will receive the distinguished recognition of a “Big Stick” award at the end-of-week ceremony.