From the Guidelines
When discussing their musculoskeletal pain, provide patients with education and information about their condition and management options. It is essential to communicate clearly and empathetically, using simple language to ensure patients understand their condition and treatment plan, as supported by the systematic review of high-quality clinical practice guidelines 1.
Some key points to consider when educating patients include:
- Providing information about their condition to help them understand what they are experiencing
- Discussing management options to empower patients to take an active role in their care
- Using simple language to avoid confusion and ensure understanding
- Offering written instructions or additional resources for further information, as needed.
From the FDA Drug Label
PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION NOTE: This information is intended to aid in the safe and effective use of this medication. Pregnancy: Tell female patients of childbearing age about the consequences of exposure to lisinopril during pregnancy. Discuss treatment options with women planning to become pregnant Tell patients to report pregnancies to their physicians as soon as possible. Angioedema: Angioedema, including laryngeal edema may occur at any time during treatment with angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors, including lisinopril Tell patients to report immediately any signs or symptoms suggesting angioedema (swelling of face, extremities, eyes, lips, tongue, difficulty in swallowing or breathing) and to take no more drug until they have consulted with the prescribing physician. You should tell the patient to report any pregnancies to their physician as soon as possible and to seek medical attention immediately if they experience any signs of angioedema, such as swelling of the face, lips, or tongue, or difficulty breathing 2. You should also inform the patient of the importance of discussing treatment options with their physician if they are planning to become pregnant and to monitor for any signs of angioedema during treatment with lisinopril 2.
From the Research
Information to be Communicated to the Patient
- The patient should be informed that they will be taking lisinopril, a medication used to treat hypertension, as stated in the study 3.
- The patient should be told that the goal of the treatment is to lower their blood pressure, and that they will need to return for follow-up visits to monitor their progress, as suggested by effective communication strategies 4, 5.