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Instructed in foods low in cholesterol such as fish, low fat diary products, fruits and vegetables, grains, herbs and spices, lean meats, lean poultry, egg substitutes, polyunsaturated oils and others.
Patient was instructed on diabetes with illness. Taking the medications, testing the blood glucose levels, and staying hydrated are all parts of managing the diabetes during sick days.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of respiratory infection, such as: cough (may be productive) and malaise, among others.
Taught that heart failure, cardiac arrest and dysrhythmias are potential complications of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD).
Instructed on some factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating Emphysema, such as: recurrent respiratory infections and allergies, among others.
Instructed on some potential factors of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), such as: excess food and insufficient insulin, among others.
Major side effects of Simvastatin include abdominal pain or cramps, blurred vision, dizziness, easy bruising or bleeding, itching, muscle pain or cramps, rash, and yellowing of the skin or eyes.
Isosorbide is used to prevent chest pain (angina) and reduce strain on the heart in patients with heart disease (coronary artery disease). Isosorbide mononitrate relaxes and widens blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. This medication may also be used in addition to other drugs to improve the symptoms of congestive heart failure (e.g., trouble breathing).
The patient was instructed in venous thrombosis in amount and records the size of the affected extremity daily. The patient was taught in the good skin care, using mild soap, rinse well, and dry gently. The patient was instructed in the use of antiembolic stockings for ambulation and times of extended sitting. The patient was instructed to remove them every 8 hours to evaluate the leg and skin. The patient was recommended to use of the bed cradle. The patient was recommended to apply of warm packs to the affected extremity.
Caregiver/A.L.F's staff was instructed in different patient's symptoms of anemia , which can include cognitive dysfunction, headaches, dizziness, nervousness, lack of concentration, forgetfulness, fatigue amounts others.