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Diabetes Teaching 136

Instructed if these S/S occur to take fast acting sugar, such as orange juice with sugar or glucose tablets.

Cardiac Teaching 183

Instructed in diagnosis of Congestive Heart Failure. This occurs when the heart is unable to expel the blood from the ventricle, causing congestion.

Diabetes Teaching 385

Instructed patient to call MD if he notices having trouble breathing, chest hurts, breath smells fruity or lips or tongue are dry and cracked.

Pain Management Teaching 661

Patient was instructed on pain management. Diabetes pain usually strikes first in the hands and feet. A common pain syndrome from diabetes is described as

Personal hygiene Teaching 703

Patient was instructed on tips for a good personal hygiene. Wear socks. Sweaty feet trapped inside shoes are a recipe for bacterial growth. When at home, wear flip flop or something that opens the feet to the air but doesn

Renal Caps Teaching 875

Taught that, when taking Renal Caps, if taking a time-released capsule or tablet, it should be swallowed whole.

Depression Teaching 1009

Instructed on some signs/symptoms of depression, such as: decreased ability to concentrate and physical complaints, among others.

Hypoglycemia Teaching 1281

Patient was instructed on hypoglycemia. Mild hypoglycemia can make people feel hungry or nauseus . People Could also feel jittery or nervous. The heart may beat fast. The body may sweat. Or the skin might turn cold and clammy.

Lovenox Teaching 1621

SN advised patient should call your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following: unusual bleeding or bleeding that lasts a long time, unusual bruising, signs of thrombocytopenia (such as a rash or dark spots under the skin), tingling or numbness (especially in the lower limbs), and muscular weakness.

Labetalol Teaching 2096

SN instructed patient / caregiver regarding medication Labetalol. SN explained to patient / caregiver that Labetalol is an anti - hypertensive medication. SN explained that the side effects of this medication includes fatigue, weakness, anxiety, bradycardia and orthostatic hypotension. SN instructed patient / caregiver to notify physician ( MD ) if experiencing persistence or worsening of side effects.