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Oxygen Teaching 248

Instructed patient not to have open flames, such as pilot lights of gas stoves or water heaters, within 12 feet of any oxygen equipment.

COPD Teaching 824

Instructed on some techniques aimed to performing effective coughing.

Labetalol Teaching 909

Taught that Labetalol slows the heartbeat, lowers blood pressure and reduces strain on the heart.

Parkinson Teaching 1016

Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing Parkinson

Angina pectoris Teaching 1094

Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing Angina Pectoris, such as: dress warmly in cold weather, avoid sleeping in cold rooms and avoid becoming overheated, among others.

Rocephin Teaching 1283

SN advised patient to report severe diarrhea and consult healthcare professional prior to taking anti-diarrhea medicine while on Rocephin. Patient/PCG verbalized understanding of instructions given.

Seroquel Teaching 1334

More common side effects of seroquel may include abdominal pain, constipation, diminished movement, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, excessive muscle tone, headache, indigestion, low blood pressure (especially upon standing), nasal inflammation, neck rigidity, rapid or irregular heartbeat, rash, sleepiness, tremor, uncontrollable movements, weakness.

Hyperglycemia Teaching 1353

Patient was instructed to drink more water. Water helps remove the excess glucose from your urine and helps you avoid dehydration. Exercise more. Exercise will help to lower your blood glucose, (blood glucose over 300 mg/dL do NOT exercise). Change your eating habits. Make sure you are following your meal plan, exercise program and medicine schedule.

VAC Teaching 1652

Instructed patient about vacuum assisted closure ( VAC ) therapy helps draw wound edges together, remove infectious materials and actively promote granulation.

Famotidine Teaching 2007

RN instructed patient about medication Famotidine that is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, a condition in which backward flow of acid from the stomach causes heartburn and injury of the esophagus. RN instructed patient to swallow the tablets and capsules with a full glass of water. RN also explained about side effects of treatment such as: hives, skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs. RN instructed to call Physician immediately if any of these signs or symptoms appear. Patient and caregiver voiced understanding of all instructions given.