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Instructed in signs and symptoms of complications and/or deterioration of wound status such as temperature above 100 grade, increase redness, drainage, edema, increase pain, increase size of wound.
Patient was instructed on list of precautions regarding medications: Always finish a prescribed drug unless otherwise instructed by doctor or nurse. Never save a medication for a future illness.
Patient was instructed on fluid retention
Taught that myocardial infarction and heart arrhythmias are factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating Congestive Heart Failure (CHF).
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), such as: restlessness, confusion and loss of appetite, among others.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Diabetes Mellitus (DM), such as: itching, changes in vision and weight loss.
Instructed on the importance/need of taking all prescribed medications exactly as directed by MD.
The patient was instructed in pulmonary hypertension in about oxygen therapy. The patient was advised to take adaptive breathing methods. The patient was encouraged in the need of no smoking or using tobacco products.
Instructed patient in some cases of colostomy, skin irritation or infection can result from stool that leaks under the bag. A hernia can develop around a colostomy, and the bowel may become narrow. Taking good care of your stoma and eating a balanced diet can help you avoid these problems. Pouching systems are waterproof. However, you may feel more secure if you wear an ostomy belt or put tape around the edges of your skin barrier when you are in the water.
SN instructed patient / caregiver that Guaifenesin is an expectorant used to help clear mucous and congestion and codeine is used to quiet to cough. SN instructed patient / caregiver to take as directed and with food if stomach upset occurs. Informed that drowsiness, constipation, stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, dizziness or headache may occur the first several days the body adjusts to the medication, call physician ( MD ) if these effects continue or become bothersome or if developing skin rash, itching or rapid heart rate. SN instructed patient / caregiver to take the needed cough medication and stop when symptoms clear up.