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Instructed in new medication: Zocor, ordered to manage cholesterol levels and in S/E such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, etc.
Instructed patient and/or SO to check cough evolution and notify any significant change.
Patient was instructed on the risk and factors that contribute to the development of pressure ulcers, such as malnutrition, dehydration, impaired mobility, chronic conditions, impaired sensation, infection, advance age and pressure ulcer present.
Patient was instructed on personal hygiene. Personal hygiene includes health practices such as washing the hair at least once a week, bathing every day, brushing the teeth after every meal and at bed time, and cleaning the clothes.
Patient was instructed on hyperglycemia disease. Hyperglycemia one of the classic symptoms excessive urination. But also feeling ill, nausea, with vomiting, stomach pain, dehydration (dry mouth and skin) fruity acetone breath, deep rapid breathing, drowsiness and mental illness are other hyperglycemia symptoms.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of depression, such as: depressed mood or affect and feelings of hopelessness, among others.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Osteoporosis, such as: backache and frequent fractures, among others.
Taught that avoiding fatigue by gradually increasing activity, with planned rest periods, is a measure aimed to controlling/managing Congestive Heart Failure (CHF).
The patient was instructed in restrictive cardiomyopathy to take and record the pulse. The patient was taught to weigh daily at the same time using the same scale and wearing the same clothing. The patient was advised in the need of evade hot, humid weather.
Avoiding foods that are rich in fat/cholesterol. Choose only lean meat and avoid the fat. Eat more fish and poultry. Have baked/broiled red meats, fish or poultry instead of fried. Use low-fat or fat-free milk. Try fat-free or low fat cottage cheese or yogurt in place of cream and sour cream. Have steamed vegetables. Dress salads with lemon juice, fat free mayonnaise or fat free dressing.