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Here is some sample content from Pharmacy Plan of Care - Pain:

	PHARMACY PLAN OF CARE - PAIN Date Medication Diagnosis/Drug Related Problem Outcome Monitoring/Intervention Opiate med + route Inadequate pain control due to high tolerance, disease progression and/or impaired absorption Maintain adequate pain control Check for efficacy of pain control every week note dosage, bolus frequency every week. Check for amount of medication at the home, calculate sufficient amount every week based on anticipated usage. Opiate med + route Inadequate supply of medications To make sure client has adequate supply of medications Check for amount of medication at the...
Second excerpt:
	...usage. Opiate med + route Constipation Client's normal bowel habits maintained Check medication list, review for bowel regimen medications. Note reports of constipation, ensure corrective measures taken. Opiate med + route Side effects - sedation, respiratory depression, nausea/vomiting, pruritus, urinary retention Opiate side effects minimized Note reports of opiate side effects. Check for other medications which contribute to side effects. Check for usage of symptom management...