A patient is admitted to your institution directly from her attending physician’s office. The patient has...
A patient is admitted to your institution directly from her attending physician’s office. The patient has been admitted to your institution before; however, the previous medical records are not available.
a. What questions should be asked about medications during your admission assessment?
Homework Answers
Q - 1
Has the patient taken any over the counter, supplements, natural therapies or prescribed medications.
Q - 2
Has the patient brought medications to the hospital
Q - 3
If patient has experienced any problems while taking any medications, if yes then specify
Q - 4
Does the patient have yellow card
Q - 5
Were there any changes in the medications since patient's yellow card was written.
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