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Instructed in the use of absorptive products with polymer gel and in change when wet. Wash skin with incontinence wipe or cleanser but avoid excess friction. Avoid soap as it removes natural protective lubricants.
Instructed in measures important in foot care of the diabetic: wear shoes that support and fit properly, wear socks that are clean and fit properly, avoid going barefooted, etc.
Instructed in the importance of decreased fluid intake and emphasize the removal of accumulated fluids should be implemented when applicable and adherence to therapeutic diet to prevent cardiac overload. Tracking your fluid intake and following the fluid intake guidelines from your doctor will also help.
Instructed patient to wash feet daily and dry them carefully, especially between toes.
Patient was instructed on Hyperglycemia. Drink plenty of liquids. If the blood sugar levels are above the target range, drink extra liquids to replace the fluids lost through the urine. Waters and diet drinks are best. Avoid caffeinated drinks, alcohol, and soda pop and other liquids that contain a lot of sugar.
Patient was instructed on hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia may result from a variety of causes, that include: Medicines. Some medicines used to treat conditions other than diabetes can cause hypoglycemia or hide its symptoms.
Instructed on some measures aimed to preventing/controlling Epilepsy, such as: identify and avoid potential precipitating factors (e.g., stress, alcohol intake, fatigue).
Simvastatin is a cholesterol- lowering medicine. It inhibits the production of cholesterol by the liver.
The patient was instructed in supraventricular dysrhythmia the importance of not smoking or using tobacco products. The patient was taught how to take the pulse for a full minute. The patient was advised the importance of leading a normal, productive life. The patient was instructed to understand what precautions to take at work and at home. The patient was advised the need to identify a health care facility near home and work.
The patient was instructed in endometrial cancer uterine cancer the importance of applies pain management techniques. The patient was instructed to care for the incision with general sanitation and daily bathing. The patient was taught in radiation therapy the need to prevent infection by evading large multitudes and persons with upper respiratory infections. The patient was advised in skin care including maintenance of colorant markings and the need to evade use of soap and other ointments. The patient was taught the importance of oral hygiene; elude tight or constricting clothing around the radiation site.