Vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate) should be taken before any drug administration. Patients should be informed not to use tobacco or caffeine at least 30 minutes before their appointment.
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In the United States, an estimated 50 million unnecessary antibiotics are prescribed for viral respiratory infections.
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In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.
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Less than one of every three adults with high LDL cholesterol has the condition under control. Only 48.1% with the condition are being treated for it.
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The U.S. Pharmacopeia Medication Errors Reporting Program states that approximately 50% of all medication errors involve insulin.
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