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Instructed patient that when using Atenolol he/she should be aware of symptoms of CHF and report inmediately if they appear, for example: difficulty breathing, specially when lying down, night cough, swelling of extremities, dizziness, confusion, depression, fever.
Patient was instructed on measures for fire safety:Call-Feel a door before opening it (if it
Patient was instructed on taking insulin on sick day. If having trouble eating solid food, drink fruit juices, non diet soft drinks, or clear soups, or eat small amounts of bland foods. The body needs to have its usual insulin dose especially if having nausea or vomiting. If having severe or prolonged vomiting check with the doctor or nurse. Even when starting feeling better let the doctor to know about it.
Taught that performing active or passive range-of-motion exercises, as directed by MD, is a measure aimed to controlling/managing Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Instructed on the importance of never attempting to restrain a person that is experiencing a seizure episode.
Taught that Osteoporosis results in decreased bone mass and bone density.
SN instructed patient and caregiver that a sudden physical exertion may constitute as a precipitating factor of Angina Pectoris. Angina occurs when one or more of the coronary arteries become narrowed or blocked. Not be discouraged from exercising, but start slowly and do it regularly. Both patient and caregiver verbalized understanding.
Instructed patient to store NTG in a cool, dark place, in a tightly closed container (this will assure freshness). Replace supply of sublingual tablets every 3 months.
Instructed patient assess PICC line site, line note any leakage from catheter or around the site. Note any redness, drainage or pain at the site.
Meclizine is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. It is most effective if taken before symptoms appear.