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  2. General teaching Teaching 210

General teaching Teaching 210

Instructed to elevate lower extremities whenever sitting or lying to promote venous return, thus decreasing/preventing edema.

Other teachings

Instructed in calling to MD and notify any symptoms....
Instructed in home ambulation with cane, clear pathways, falls precautions, good lighting, non skid...
Instructed in the importance of follow-up visits to MD....
Instructed to discard all outdated medications....
Instructed to use Biohazardous waste/sharps containers provided by Home Health Agency....
Instructed in complicated medication regime, with written medication schedule provided....
Instructed in deep breathing exercises to promote lung expansion and prevent pulmonary congestion....
Instructed to follow therapeutic diet, including adequate fluid intake to ensure proper nutrition an...
Instructed in the importance of addressing Advance Directives to ensure compliance with client's wis...
Instructed to post important telephone numbers, including MD, Home Health Agency, Friend/Relative an...