I'm a new LVN working at a SNF. I have a question.. but I hope I don't sound dumb asking this. I have a patient who eats by mouth but receives meds through GT. The medication I give on PM shift are...
x0x0CaliLVN replied to x0x0CaliLVN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
thanks for all the replies! the pt is compliant with all aspects of care...that i've given/seen so i'm not sure if that is the issue ( him spitting meds out/refusing) but i'm not sure... also, the...
x0x0CaliLVN replied to x0x0CaliLVN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
The patient's diet is Mechanical Soft, NCS Extra Gravy, Thin Liquids. I forgot to add he has a diagnosis of Pancreatitis if that matters or not... I googled Valproid Acid and Pancreatitis and I...
I'm a new LVN working at a SNF. I have a question.. but I hope I don't sound dumb asking this. I have a patient who eats by mouth but receives meds through GT. The medication I give on PM shift are...
x0x0CaliLVN replied to x0x0CaliLVN's topic in General Nursing
Ooh..i googled valproic acid and pancreatitis and I'm finding a lot of info stating it shouldn't be given to patients with pancreatitis or that it may cause it... true not true?
x0x0CaliLVN replied to x0x0CaliLVN's topic in General Nursing
The valproic acid is in liquid form to answer the question above whether I crush or not. The patient's diet is Mechanical Soft, NCS Extra Gravy, Thin Liquids. I forgot to add he has a diagnosis of...