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Incontinence Teaching 133

Instructed in possible complication of urinary incontinence such as urinary tract infections (cloudy, foul-smelling, urine), depression and loss of self-esteem, skin breakdown, etc.

Medications precautions Teaching 592

Patient was instructed on precautions regarding medications list Always check expirations date on medications. Take exactly as ordered. Do not take any one else prescription. Never give a family member or friend a drug prescribed for another person.

Medications precautions Teaching 593

Patient was instructed on list of precautions regarding medications: Herbal and vitamins supplements and over the counter medications can affect certain medications. Always ask the doctor or nurse about supplements before taking them.

Fall precautions Teaching 599

Patient was instructed on measures to prevent falls at home during daily activities store household items on lower shelves so there is no need to climb or reach high. Or use a reaching device that you can buy at a medical supply store. To climb for something, use a step stool with handrails.

Tracheostomy Teaching 1245

Instructed patient Don't allow a humidifier to empty.

Adrenalectomy Teaching 1357

Taught the patience not to wear tight clothing (belts) over the incision. Encourage the importance of not discontinuing the steroid medication that can precipitate adrenal crisis.

Allergies Teaching 1359

Instructed patient to environmental control is important in preventing and treating symptoms. Advised the patient that allergens may be seasonal or prominent in certain areas like fields, woods, grass also by contact with pets, specially dogs and cats.

Hysterectomy Teaching 1466

The patient was instructed in hysterectomy radical to care for the incision with general hygiene and daily bathing. The patient was advised to evade constipation by taking mild laxatives and stool softeners. The patient was taught to care of the suprapubic catheter. The patient was reviewed that no interaction tampons, douching, or tub baths. The patient was explained that menstruation will no longer happen.

Pulmonary Embolism Teaching 1506

The patient was instructed in pulmonary embolism in the need of no smoking or using tobacco products.

Low blood pressure Teaching 1917

SN instructed caregiver that symptoms of low blood pressure may include: blurry vision, confusion, dizziness, fainting (syncope), lightheadedness, nausea or vomiting, sleepiness, weakness. Treatment depends on the cause of your low blood pressure and your symptoms. If any symptoms from a drop in blood pressure, lie patient down right away, then raise patient's feet above heart level.