Side Effects, Adverse Effects and Allergic Reactions: Understanding the Difference

For healthcare providers, recognizing and differentiating between side effects, adverse effects, and allergic reactions is a crucial skill when treating individuals who may experience various forms of reactions to medical interventions. This course examines side effects and adverse reactions and side effects, their physiological effects, symptoms, and treatment options. This course also discusses critical nursing considerations and the importance of patient education in mitigating the complications of adverse effects and allergic reactions.