Simple instruction sheet helps patients correctly take regular medications before surgery

Patients may be more likely to take their regularly prescribed medications for chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension correctly before surgery when provided a simple instruction sheet, reveals a study. Taking medication correctly before surgery can improve patient safety and comfort, and reduce day-of-surgery cancellations….

Patients may be more likely to take their regularly prescribed medications for chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension correctly before surgery when provided a simple instruction sheet, reveals a study. Taking medication correctly before surgery can improve patient safety and comfort, and reduce day-of-surgery cancellations….