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Instructed in accurate preparation of insulin syringes using aseptics techniques.
Instructed patient to maintain a diabetic record of blood sugars and any adverse reactions. Records should include date, time, and any other pertinent information.
Instructed patient to place a sterile split sponge under the tube flanges to absorb secretions.
Patient was instructed on measures to decrease fat in diet, such as foods should be baked, broiled, or boiled instead of fried. Trim visible fat from meats and remove skin from poultry. Substitute fish or chicken for beef, pork or lamb. Use skim milk instead of whole milk.
Patient was instructed on diabetes symptoms. People with diabetes also are at increased risk of cardiovascular disease caused by atherosclerosis (thickening and hardening of the artery). Atherosclerosis can involve the heart (coronary heart disease), with symptoms of chest pain or heart attack. Brain (cerebrovascular disease), causing stroke. Arteries supplying the legs (peripheral vascular disease), causing leg pain while walking or exercising that stops quickly with rest.
Instructed on some factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating hypertension, such as: age, race and family history.
Taught that Labetalol is to be taken by mouth, usually twice a day, either with or without food.
Instructed on the importance/need of using good body mechanics when either exercising or moving around.
Instructed on some potential complications of Epilepsy, such as: status epilepticus (rapid succession of seizures) and severe injury received during a seizure episode, among others.
Instructed on some potential factors of decreased tolerance in response to increased physical activity, such as: depression, stress and/or crisis, among others.