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Here is some sample content from Discharge from Pain Management Unit in Anesthesia Services:

	POLICY: It is the policy of this organization that patients receiving pain management procedures are discharged home timely, appropriately and to a safe environment. Patients will be informed of possible side effects including, but not limited to: Itching - approximately 10-20% of all patients receiving epidural analgesia may experience some itching. In most cases it is mild and short lived and occurs mostly on the face, neck and chest, but may be generalized. Medications, such as Benadryl, can be given if the itching becomes bothersome. This is not an allergic reaction. Nausea and...
Second excerpt:
	...and vomiting may occur, but it can be simultaneously treated with medication. Inability to Urinate - The inability to urinate has been seen in 5-10% of all patients receiving epidural analgesia. Treatment may require a urinary catheter to drain the bladder. PROCEDURE: After the procedure, the patient is transported to the Outpatient Surgery Department or PACU for further monitoring of vital signs and for observation. Vital signs are monitored every 30 minutes or more frequently if...