When Protocol Meets Practice | Managing Infusion Reactions & Patient Safety
12m | Sep 24, 2026What happens when an infusion reaction puts training, protocols, communication, and clinical judgment to the test?
Nursing leader Christy Fisher joins host Rachel Coletta to examine a real-world biologic infusion reaction—and the unexpected system issue the event uncovered.
As the nursing team responded to the patient’s symptoms, it became clear that the infusion team and prescribing provider were working from different expectations. Christy explains what happened next and how the experience reinforced the importance of emergency preparedness, clear communication pathways, clinical competency, and giving nurses the confidence to advocate for patient safety.
🎧 IN THIS EPISODE
✓ Recognizing and responding to an infusion reaction
✓ Preparing nurses for potential anaphylaxis during biologic therapy
✓ What happens when clinical protocols don’t align
✓ Why direct communication with prescribing teams matters
✓ Turning real-world clinical events into stronger education and practice
👤 ABOUT THE GUEST
Christy Fisher is a national nursing leader whose background spans critical care, oncology, cardiology, home infusion, education, policy development, and clinical program leadership. Her work focuses on preparing infusion nurses to safely manage complex therapies while strengthening education, communication, and clinical standards.
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