Classification Formulation of Action Drug Interaction Responsibilities
Generic: Ordered: Indication: Side Effects: 1. Document - To establish a 1. Take only as
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5. Assess family’s - To be able to teach
knowledge about the family about the therapy. drug and to gain cooperation