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Urinary Tract Infection Teaching 105

Instructed in S/S of possible urinary tract infection such as back pain, burning, oliguria, dysuria, retention, fever, etc.

Tracheostomy Teaching 451

Instructed patient Don't clean and reuse an inner cannula designed for one-time use.

Osteoporosis Teaching 522

Patient was instructed on Osteoporosis. It is possible to make a few small changes toward healthier eating habits. For example, simply adding a yogurt as a snack might be enough to meet your milk servings. Adding a sliced banana to your cereal will take care of a fruit serving.

Diabetes Teaching 691

Patient was instructed on complications of diabetes such as nerve damage. One of the most common complications of diabetes is diabetic neuropathy. Neuropathy means damage to the nerves that run throughout the body, connecting the spinal cord to muscles, skin, blood vessels and other organs.

Hyperglycemia Teaching 746

Patient was instructed on Hyperglycemia. The American Diabetes Association does not recommend alcohol consumption, but it is interesting to note that moderate alcohol intake may reduce the risk of high blood sugar.

Alprazolam Teaching 1300

Skilled nurse review methods with patient to control excess stress and anxiety

Hypertension Teaching 1304

Taught that the diastolic reading (the bottom number) represents the pressure on the blood vessel wall while the heart is at rest.

Teaching 1487

The patient was instructed in sprains and strains in the use of mandatory ambulatory aids. The patient was taught in the good way of applying Ace bandages. The patient was taught to apply ice packs for the first 24 to 72 hours or longer to lessen bleeding and edema.

Metoprolol Teaching 1691

Instructed patient about medication Metoprolol is used to treat high blood pressure. It also is used to prevent angina (chest pain) and to improve survival after a heart attack. If your doctor prescribes a low-salt or low-sodium diet, follow these directions carefully. Metoprolol may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: dizziness or lightheartedness, tiredness, depression, nausea and dry mouth.

Urinary Tract Infection Teaching 1697

SN instructed patient that water helps flush your urinary tract, make sure you drink plenty of plain water daily. Don't hold it when you need to urinate. Holding it when you need to go can help any bacteria that may be present develop into a urinary tract infection. Wipe from front to back after a bowl movement. This is especially important to help prevent bacteria from the anus from entering the vagina or urethra.