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Instructed patient to discuss the use of vitamins, minerals or herbal supplements with a doctor since they may interact with diabetic medication.
Instructed patient on how to recognize S/S low blood sugar, such as, fatigue, headache, drowsiness, tremors, paleness, moist skin, hunger, anxiety, and impared vision.
Caregiver instructed to place a slip-resistant rug on the floor next to the bathtub. This will ensure that the patient can get in and out of the bathtub safely without the risk of slipping or falling on the wet floor.
Taught that effectively controlling high blood sugar levels help prevent heart disease, kidney disease and strokes, among others.
Instructed on potential complications of Rheumatoid Arthritis, such as: deformity and disability, infections and osteoporosis, among others.
Instructed on some potential factors of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), such as: excess food and insufficient insulin, among others.
SN instructed patient about oxycodone/ acetaminophen ,non-serious adverse reactions include lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness or sedation, nausea, and vomiting. These effects seem to be more prominent in ambulatory than in no ambulatory patients, and some of these adverse reactions may be alleviated if the patient lies down. Other adverse reactions include euphoria, dysphoria, constipation, and pruritus. Serious SE/AR include respiratory depression, apnea, respiratory arrest, circulatory depression, hypotension, and shock .
SN instructed patient and caregiver on Hepatitis C which in an infection caused by a virus that attacks the liver and leads to inflammation. Sympotms of hepatitis such as fatigue, nausea or poor appetite. Riks factors and complications of Hepatitis C such as liver cancer and liver failure.
Instructed patient if you have Fever, chills, tenderness, redness, or pus at the catheter site, Swollen arm, Check your child’s temperature and call the doctor right away.
SN instructed patient / caregiver regarding medication Cephalexin. SN explained that Cephalexin is used to treat urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, and skin and soft tissue infections. SN explained that the side effects of this medication includes: diarrhea, dizziness, headache, indigestion, joint pain, stomach pain and tiredness. SN explained that the drug can also cause yellowing of the eyes or skin; red, blistered, swollen or peeling skin, unusual bruising or bleeding, decreased urination, severe cramps and confusion. SN instructed to notify physician if experiencing persistence or worsening of side effects.