How do Nurses Identify the Need for Medication Adjustments?
Nurses identify the need for medication adjustments through:
Monitoring Patient Outcomes: Regularly assessing the patient's response to medication, including symptom relief and side effects. Patient Education: Teaching patients to report any unusual symptoms or lack of improvement, which can indicate the need for a review. Clinical Assessment: Conducting thorough physical exams and reviewing laboratory results that may signal the need for changes in medication. Communication: Maintaining open lines of communication with patients and other healthcare providers to discuss observations and concerns.
