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General medication Teaching 8

Instructed to don't transfer medications to others containers, unless your pharmacist ot health-care provider says it's ok.

Pain Management Teaching 138

Instructed in various factors that help alleviate pain without, or in addition to, analgesics such as frequent position changes, relaxation techniques, heat or cold, regular rest periods, pillows to support painful area, etc.

Hypertension Teaching 495

Patient was instructed on hypertension. Callor other emergency services immediately if having any of the following symptoms: a sudden, severe headache, chest pain (angina), other symptoms of heart attack, symptoms of a stroke.

Foot care Teaching 640

Patient was instructed on the importance of a good foot care. Do not treat calluses, corns or bunions without talking to the doctor or nurse before. Cut toenails straight across to avoid future complications.

Personal hygiene Teaching 702

Patient was instructed on personal hygiene. Cover the mouth or turn away from people when coughing and sneezing. It

Precautions for diabetes Teaching 705

Instructed patient to contact doctor if any of the following occur: an illness lasting one or two days without improvement; vomiting/diarrhea that continue longer than 6 hours, blood tests that continue to run higher thatafter taking medications, S/S of high blood sugar.

Crestor Teaching 930

Taught that antacids can decrease the absorption of Crestor when taken at the same time.

Constipation Teaching 1019

Instructed on some factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating constipation, such as: ignoring urges to pass stool and emotional problems, among others.

Bone Marrow Teaching 1380

The patient was instructed in bone marrow harvest to keep the sites clean and covered with a bandage for 3 days.

Benicar Teaching 2081

SN instructed patient / caregiver regarding medication Benicar. Explained that this medication is a blood pressure lowering medication. Explained that the side effects includes hypotension ( low blood pressure ), dizziness, fatigue, headache and /or diarrhea. SN instructed patient / caregiver to notify physician ( MD ) if experiencing persistence or worsening of side effects.