Nurses can manage medication interactions by implementing several strategies:
- Medication Reconciliation: Regularly updating and reviewing the patient’s medication list to ensure accuracy. - Patient Monitoring: Closely monitoring patients for signs of interactions, especially when new medications are introduced. - Adjusting Dosages: Collaborating with healthcare providers to adjust dosages or substitute medications when necessary. - Patient Education: Educating patients on the importance of adhering to prescribed medications and the risks of self-medicating or discontinuing drugs without consultation.
