There are several types of instructions that nurses commonly encounter: 1. Medication Administration: Guidelines on dosages, timing, routes of administration, and potential side effects. 2. Wound Care: Steps for cleaning, dressing, and monitoring wounds. 3. Vital Signs Monitoring: Procedures for measuring and recording blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate. 4. Patient Education: Information to be communicated to patients and their families regarding care plans, lifestyle changes, and follow-up care. 5. Emergency Procedures: Protocols for handling emergencies, such as CPR, choking, and acute medical conditions.
