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Instructed in Novolin 70/30 to manage diabetes. In addition, warned of possible S/E such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and flatulence. Adverse effects usually occur during the first few week of therapy. Generally, these effects diminish over time.
Instructed SO to change patient's position slowly when transferring from sitting or lying positions to standing positions. This will avoid dizziness and falls due to a sudden decrease of blood pressure.
Instructed patient that depression is an abnormal and persistent mood state. It is characterized by sadness, melancholy, slowed mental processes and changes in physical patterns such as eating and sleeping.
Patient was instructed on measures for fire safety:Call-Feel a door before opening it (if it
Patient was instructed on how to prevent Hypoglycemia: Start off every morning with a healthy breakfast containing fruits, vegetables and high fiber foods such oatmeal. Eat healthy food without skipping any meals during the day.
Instructed on the importance of taking Lamictal regularly and at the same time each day, as directed by MD, in order to get the most benefit from it.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing constipation, such as: avoid laxative and enema abuse, among others.
Instructed patient about your Foley catheter daily Care: Always wash your hands before and after doing catheter care. Use soap and warm water. Keep your skin and catheter clean. Clean the skin around your catheter at least once each day. Clean your skin area and catheter after every bowel movement. These will help prevent a bladder or kidney infection and will keep you more comfortable.
Patient and caregiver taught on discharge planning, to follow up with PCP with any new changes, to continue with care as instructed and/or taught by nurse.
SN instructed that Breo Ellipta is used regularly as a long term (maintenance) treatment to prevent or decrease wheezing and trouble breathing caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Instructed that common side effects include, Headache, dry/irritated throat, hoarseness, runny nose, and coughing may occur as your body adjusts to the medication.