Nurses encounter a wide range of instructions on a daily basis. These include:
- Medication Orders: Instructions on the administration of drugs, including dosages, timings, and routes. - Care Plans: Detailed plans outlining the care for patients, often including specific interventions and goals. - Procedural Guidelines: Step-by-step instructions for performing medical procedures, such as inserting IV lines or wound care. - Dietary Restrictions: Instructions on patient nutrition, which may include specific diets or fluid restrictions. - Discharge Instructions: Guidelines provided to patients upon discharge, including medication regimens, follow-up appointments, and lifestyle modifications.
