Nursing Services - Professional Patient Care in Addis Ababa

Medication Administration Services by Qualified Nurses:

• Oral Medication Administration - Proper administration of oral medications including tablets, capsules, and liquids with patient education on timing and precautions
• Injectable Medications - Safe administration of intramuscular (IM), subcutaneous (SC), and intradermal (ID) injections using sterile technique
• Intravenous Medications - IV medication administration and fluid therapy as ordered by physicians
• Medication Verification - Strict double-check system for medication accuracy, dosage verification, and patient identification using the "Five Rights" protocol
• Allergy Screening - Thorough checking for medication allergies before administration
• Medication Storage - Proper handling and storage of medications as per manufacturer guidelines and regulatory requirements
• Patient Education - Comprehensive education on medication use, potential side effects, drug interactions, and precautions
• Adherence Monitoring - Monitoring patient medication adherence and follow-up for chronic disease management
• Documentation - Accurate documentation of medication administration, dosage, route, time, and patient responses

Short-Term Patient Observation and Monitoring Services:

• Post-Procedure Monitoring - Close observation of patients after medical procedures, minor surgeries, or diagnostic interventions
• Medication Response Monitoring - Observation for therapeutic effects and adverse reactions to newly administered medications
• Vital Signs Monitoring - Regular monitoring of vital signs during observation periods with trend analysis
• Symptom Assessment - Continuous assessment of symptoms, clinical changes, and patient condition
• Neurological Observation - Monitoring of neurological status when indicated (consciousness, pupil response, motor function)
• Cardiac Monitoring - ECG monitoring and observation for cardiac patients
• Patient Comfort - Ensuring patient comfort, pain management, and addressing concerns during observation
• Communication - Regular communication with attending physicians regarding patient status and changes
• Discharge Planning - Preparation for patient discharge with appropriate instructions, follow-up care coordination, and medication education