Pain Management Teaching 2437
SN instructed patient on importance of pain management. Take pain medication as ordered. Do not wait for pain to become severe. If your pain is not controlled and you are taking your medication as prescribed contact your doctor or nurse. Do not take your medication more often than prescribed without talking with your physician. Patient verbalized instruction.
Reviewed July 2019
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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