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Coloring Books for Kids

Children pay attention more when they are entertained and are doing something they enjoy… As a matter of fact, who doesn’t?! To enhance patient teaching in the young pediatric populating, coloring books will be used to enhance their learning about their disease.  Coloring pages can be provided and explained by the nurse or the parents … Continue reading Coloring Books for Kids

Simvastatin (Zocor)

What? Simvastatin is a lipid lowering agent, a reductase inhibitor (statin).  It inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, which is responsible for catalyzing an early step in the synthesis of cholesterol. Who? This drug is used for patients with hypercholesterolemia and dislipidemia.  It is also indicated for patients with history or risk of MI, prevention of coronary revascularization, … Continue reading Simvastatin (Zocor)