Tell patients who complain that pills get stuck in the throat during swallowing to take a mouthful of water, turn the head as far to the right as possible, and swallow. Repeat, turning the head to the left and swallowing. This will carry the medicine down. — JANIS R. BARRON, FNP, Damascus, Ga. (144-15)

From the October 01, 2010 Issue of Clinical Advisor

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Practice Management