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Instructed patient about the appropriate measures to prevent foot problems, such as: always wear properly fitted shoes and examine feet every day for sores and signs of infections. Check for blisters, cuts, sores and/or cracked skin. Check for pebbles, rough seams or anything else that might irritate your foot. Patient verbalized understanding.
Patient was instructed on Osteoporosis. Everyone can benefit from eating healthy foods, but not everyone has the same nutritional needs. Older adults will have different needs for certain nutrients. Eating healthier does not mean that you need to go on a restrictive diet.
Patient was instructed on leg edema. Swollen feet and legs, referred to medically as leg edema, occur when fluid is retained in the spaces between body cells. As leg edema typically affects the feet, ankles and lower legs, but can also impact any areas of the body, causing systemic symptoms.
Patient was instructed on pain management Pain sensation has evolved to protect the body from harm by causing people to perform certain actions and avoid others. Pain might be called a protector, a predictor or simply a hassle.
Patient was instructed on eyes complications. Diabetes can cause eye problems and may lead to blindness. People with diabetes do have a higher of blindness than people without diabetes. Early detection and treatment of eye problems can save the sight.
Instructed patient that during a hurricane she should not be alone. Patient should go to a relative, family member or friend house until it is safe to return to her house. In the event that the patient has no family or friends she should go to the closest shelter for proper assistance.
The patient was instructed in epicondylitis in the use of orthotics like as pads, shoe inserts. The patient was instructed in how to use heat and cold applications. The patient was taught to cover the heat or cold container with a dry cotton cover.
Patient was instructed on intermittent catheterization: The main aims of IC are to empty the bladder and to prevent bladder overdistension in order to avoid complications and to improve urological function.
Instructed patient / caregiver blood pressure readings in the arm cannulated with the PICC should be avoided.
SN instructed patient / caregiver that the stroke occurs when a clot or a torn blood vessel in the brain stops blood from reaching a part of the brain. Damage to that part of the brain from lack of blood and oxygen can cause various signs and symptoms of stroke, such as facial drooping, numbness and paralysis. Although anyone can have a stroke, your risk increases if you're male, over age 65, or have one of these conditions: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, or diabetes. Being overweight, smoking, abusing drugs or alcohol, and taking birth control pills increase risk, too. African - Americans, people who are Hispanic or Asian, and those with a close relative who's had a stroke are also at higher risk.