Nutrient Intravenous Infusion Informed Consent

This document is intended to serve as confirmation of informed consent for IV therapy as ordered by the provider.

I have informed the physician of any known allergies to drugs or other substances, or of any past reactions to anesthetics.

I have informed the doctor of all current medications and supplements.

I, understand that I have the right to be informed of the procedure, any feasible alternative options, and the risks and benefits.

Except in emergencies, procedures are not performed until I have had an opportunity to receive such information and to give my informed consent.

Side Effects/Risks

I understand that:

1. The procedure involves inserting a needle into a vein and injecting the prescribed solution.
2. Alternatives to intravenous therapy are oral supplementation and / or dietary and lifestyle changes.
3. Risks of intravenous therapy include but not limited to:
   1. Occasionally to commonly:
4. Discomfort, bruising and pain at the site of injection.
5. General feeling of warmth during and after injection
   1. Rarely:
6. Inflammation of the vein used for injection, phlebitis, metabolic disturbances, and injury.
7. Reactive Hypotension (or rapid drop in blood pressure)

• Reactive Hypoglycemia (or rapid drop in blood sugar)
  1. Extremely Rarely: Severe allergic reaction, anaphylaxis, infection, cardiac arrest and death.

Benefits of intravenous therapy include:

1. Injectables are not affected by stomach, or intestinal absorption problems.
2. Total amount of infusion is available to the tissues.
3. Nutrients are forced into cells by means of a high concentration gradient.
4. Higher doses of nutrients can be given than possible by mouth without intestinal irritation. 

The Procedure

The IV intravenous procedure involves inserting a needle into your vein and infusing over a determined period-of-time, prescribed nutrients (vitamins, minerals, amino acids) or chelation agents. Your vitals will be measured prior to and after your infusion. A physical assessment will also be performed periodically throughout the procedure.

What Safety Precautions Must You Take?

• Monitor the insertion site for signs and symptoms of infection (redness, swelling, discharge). Notify via telephone immediately at (602)859-4515. If your experience a sustained fever greater than 101, do not delay treatment and go to the ER as this can be a sign of impending infection and or sepsis.
• If you experience a minor side effect while you are at home, you should contact the treatment provider at (602)859-4515 otherwise contact your medical provider or call 911.

My Consent for Nutrient Infusion Therapy is Voluntary

 My request for nutrient infusion therapy as described is entirely voluntary and I have not been offered any inducement to consent. I understand that I may refuse treatments at any time.

Statement of Person Giving Informed Consent

I have read this consent form and understand the information contained in it. I understand the risks and benefits and have had the opportunity to have all my questions answered to my satisfaction. I am aware that other unforeseeable complications could occur. I do not expect the provider(s) to anticipate and or explain all risk and possible complications. I rely on the provider(s) to exercise judgment during the course of treatment with regards to my procedure. I understand the risks and benefits of the procedure and have had the opportunity to have all of my questions answered. I understand that I have the right to consent to or refuse any proposed treatment at any time prior to its performance. My signature on this form affirms that I give my consent to IV nutrient therapy.

RELEASE OF MEDICAL INFORMATION

I hereby authorize Vivus Wellness Services to disclose my medical records, to EMS, my spouse, and emergency contact. I also authorize Vivus Wellness Services to discuss my care and share my medical information for the purposes of monitoring, quality control or safety concerns.

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Photo and Video Release and Consent

For valuable consideration received I (the “Releasor”) grant permission and consent to Vivus Wellness Services (the “Releasee”) for the use of my uncropped photographs and uncropped video for presentation under any legal condition and for any legal purpose, including but not limited to: publicity, copyright purposes, illustration, advertising, web content, training, social media, emails, brochures, newsletters, and to use my image in electronic versions of the same publications or on the Releasee’s website or in other electronic forms of media, including but not limited to, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and Snapchat.  I agree Vivus Wellness Services may grant a limited license to their employees and contractors to post my images to their personal social media while employed or contracted with Vivus Wellness Services.

There is no time limit on the validity of this release nor is there any geographic limitation on where these materials may be distributed. I understand that my image may be edited, copied, exhibited, published, or distributed and I hereby waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photographs or electronic matter that may be used in conjunction with them now or in the future, whether that use is known to me or unknown.

I hereby waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from or related to the use of the images and/or videos, in perpetuity.

I, as a recipient of services, agreed that any legal dispute, controversy, demand or claim that arises out of or relates to the services provided to me by Vivus Wellness Services or any other service provided by Vivus Wellness Services to me shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration as provided by Arizona state law.

I am competent to contract in my own name. I have read this release before signing below, and I fully understand the contents, meaning, and impact of this release.