The nurse is administering intravenous immune globulin (IVIG). The nurse assesses vital signs and for adverse reactions every 15 minutes for the first hour of administration. After the first hour, the nurse most likely would continue to assess the child at which frequency?

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After the initial hour of close monitoring, it is common practice to continue assessing the patient receiving IVIG every 60 minutes to ensure safety and identify any adverse reactions as the infusion continues. This frequency balances the need for monitoring with the practical aspects of nursing care.

The Nurse Is Administering Intravenous Immune Globulin (IVIG)