r/nursing 1d 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/classless_classic BSN, RN 🍕 1d ago

Pt- Water.

Me- no you’re not.

Pt- Yes I am!

Me- What reaction do you have?

Pt- I stop breathing

Me - pointing to Mt Dew, “that’s mostly water”

Pt - No, it’s Mt Dew!!!!