The process of effective medication management is, like nursing, both an Art and a Science. We use scientific, evidence-based knowledge but also emotional intelligence and experiential learning, keeping the best interests of the patient in mind, while also interpreting what is happening outside of their clinical diagnosis. Medication is offered if indicated, and prescribed using the lowest effective doses and fewest possible medicines. Sometimes patients come to us on several medications which are not helping, and we are able to help them safely taper off of them and/ or discuss other medication options for effective treatment.