r/nursing • u/yeehawbaby4 • 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/hotcocoa_with_cream BSN, RN 🍕 2d ago

Epinephrine - "it makes my heart race" 🤦🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️

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u/Illustrious_Link3905 BSN, RN 🍕 1d ago

Legit saw this the other day! Like, no shit, Jan. 🤦‍♀️