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Instructed in new medication Amoxicillin and in S/E such as lethargy, hallucinations, seizures, anxiety, confusion, agitation, depression, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, glossitis, stomatitis, gastritis, abdominal pain, enterocolitis, pseudomembranous colitis, black tongue, interstitial nephritis, nephropathy, vaginitis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytopenic purpura, eosinophilia, leukopenia, hemolytic anemia, agranulocytosis, hypersensitivity reactions, anaphylaxis, and overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms. Notify MD if rash, fever, or chills develop. A rash is the most common allergic reaction, especially if allopurinol is also being taken.
Instructed in new medication Advair diskus to manage asthma. In addition, warned of possible S/E such as sleep disorders, tremor, hypnagogic effects, compressed nerve syndromes, headache, pain, palpitations, pharyngitis, sinusitis, hoarseness (or dysphonia), rhinorrhea, rhinitis, sneezing, nasal irritation, blood in nasal mucosa, keratitis, conjunctivitis, eye redness, viral eye infections, congestion, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and discomfort, diarrhea, gastroenteritis, oral discomfort and pain, constipation, oral ulcerations, oral erythema and rashes, oral candidiasis, appendicitis, dental discomfort and pain, unusual taste, muscular pain, arthralgia, articular rheumatism, muscle stiffness, tightness, rigidity, bone and cartilage disorders, upper respiratory tract infection, upper respiratory tract inflammation, lower respiratory tract viral infection, bronchitis, cough, pneumonia, urticaria, flakiness, disorders of sweat and sebum, sweating, hives, viral infections, chest symptoms, fluid retention, bacterial infections, allergic reactions.
Instructed patient about the diagnosis of Angina, which is a temporary lack of oxygenated blood supply to a portion of the heart, causing pain.
Patient was instructed on complications of diabetes such as nerve damage. One of the most common complications of diabetes is diabetic neuropathy. Neuropathy means damage to the nerves that run throughout the body, connecting the spinal cord to muscles, skin, blood vessels and other organs.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Osteoporosis, such as: backache and frequent fractures, among others.
SN instructed patient on Vancomycin adverse effects such as: erythroderrma, thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, ototoxicity, and nephrotoxicity. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
Patient instructed that hypertension is treated with regular aerobic exercise, weight reduction (if overweight), salt restriction, and medication
The patient was instructed in gastroenteritis obtaining appropriate supplies, such as oral glucose electrolyte solutions. The patient was taught in defensive actions, like wash hands before eating and after toileting, drink pasteurized milk and chlorinated water; maintain foods at the appropriate hot or cold temperatures. The patient was advised that gastroenteritis is transmissible although the organisms are present in the feces.
The patient was instructed in pleural effusion to evade persons with infections. The patient was taught in coughing and deep breathing to maintain lung ventilation. The patient was advised to use of the incentive spirometer.
Skilled nurse instructed patient/care giver in Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a treatment in which the patient breathes 100 percent oxygen inside a pressurized chamber for approximately two hours. The therapy quickly delivers high concentrations of oxygen to the bloodstream, accelerating the healing rate of wounds and is effective in fighting certain types of infections. It also stimulates the growth of new blood vessels, improving circulation, and helping to prevent future problems.