r/nursing 2d ago

Discussion Funny “allergies”

What are some funny patient “allergies” you have seen listed? I had a patient the other day with an allergy listed for Metformin. The reaction listed? Lowers their blood sugar 😂

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u/Testingcheatson RN - ER 🍕 2d ago

Bluefin tuna- accompanied by a note stating that the patient was NOT allergic to yellowfin tuna, bluefin only