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Albuterol Teaching 110

Instructed to perform oral inhalation correctly: Shake the inhaler. Clear nasal passages and throat. Breathe out, expelling as much air from lungs as possible. Place mouthpiece well into mouth as dose from inhaler is released and inhale deeply. Hold breath for several seconds, remove mouthpiece and exhale slowly. Or, inhaler may be held about 1 inch (two finger widths) from open mouth; inhale while dose is released.

Hypertension Teaching 296

Instructed patient about high blood pressure and how it also increases the risk of developing kidney problems.

Diabetes Teaching 401

Instructed patient on Diabetes diagnosis, which occurs when the pancreas has partial or total lack of insulin production.

Osteoporosis Teaching 542

Patient was instructed on Osteoporosis. Lifestyle changes to avoid fractures. Get enough calcium. This is one of the first steps in treating this disease. Calcium is found in many foods, including dairy products such as milk or yogurt. Calcium and vitamin D supplements are recommended. Eat a nutritious diet to keep your body healthy.

Skin Care Teaching 636

Patient was instructed on measures to protect the skin, such as, keeping the skin clean and dry, assessing frequently for skin breakdown, avoiding powder due to possible caking and irritation.

COPD Teaching 833

Instructed on some signs/symptoms of respiratory infection, such as: cough (may be productive) and malaise, among others.

Renal Caps Teaching 875

Taught that, when taking Renal Caps, if taking a time-released capsule or tablet, it should be swallowed whole.

Osteoarthritis Teaching 1172

Taught that using assistive and/or protective devices, as needed, is a measure aimed to preventing/controlling Osteoarthritis.

Teaching 1555

Instructed caregiver A.L.F's staff on relieving and preventing patient's leg edema. The first line of defense is: leg elevation. Elevate legs above the level of the heart which puts minimal pressure on the back of the knees and thighs and lower back. Other help to decrease swelling is limiting salt intake, drink plenty of water, avoid sitting with the feet dependent.

Eliquis Teaching 2067

SN instructed patient that eliquis could cause bruising, internal bleeding, increased bleeding time so if any falls, severe cuts or unexplained pain or pain pressure call 911 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if: You cough up blood, you vomit blood or what looks like coffee grounds, you pass maroon or very bloody stools. Patient was able to be taught back.