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Teachings for Nurses & Patients

Cardiac Teaching 188

Instructed in diagnosis of Myocardial Infarction. This occurs when there is a prolonged lack of oxygenated blood supply to a portion of the heart muscle, causing pain, resulting in damage to that area of the heart.

Hypotension Teaching 279

Instructed patient on how to recognize S/S of hypotension, such as, dizziness, blurred vision, fatigue, weakness, confusion, etc.

Cardiac Teaching 427

Instructed patient about other S/S of cardiac complications requiring medical intervention such as: increased SOB, palpitations, irregular heart beat, faintness, and weakness.

Fall precautions Teaching 436

Patient instructed to breath deeply five or six times after experiencing a fall. In the event of any injuries do not try to get up, call 911 or a family member immediately for assistance.

Osteoporosis Teaching 531

Patient was instructed on Osteoporosis. Once osteoporosis develops, getting enough calcium and vitamin D, along with other healthy habits, can slow the process and reduce the chances of bones breaking.

Fire safety Teaching 597

Patient was instructed on measures for fire safety: Do not overload circuits. Turn off all appliances before leaving the home. i.e., iron, oven, curling iron etc.... install a smoke detector on each floor and always check batteries.

Miscellaneous Teaching 964

Instructed on the importance of reporting early signs and/or symptoms of infection.

Diabetes Teaching 1216

Instructed on the importance of avoiding going barefooted.

Bladder Cancer Teaching 1377

The patient was instructed to obtain appropriate supplies for care of a urinary diversion by the bladder cancer. The female patient was taught to reduce the incidence of urinary tract infections by voiding after sexual intercourse, avoiding bubble baths, and wearing cotton undergarments. The patient was advised to avoid fluids and foods that irritate the bladder such alcohol, tea, and spices.

PICC Line Teaching 1642

Instructed patient caregiver knowledge of maintenance and care of PICC lines insures long term use. Problems, detected early, greatly decrease any complications that might be associated with this line.