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Instructed in new medication Aricept to manage moderate dementia of the Alzheimer type. In addition, warned of possible S/E such as headache, insomnia, dizziness, fatigue, depression, abnormal dreams, somnolence, seizures, tremor, irritability, paresthesia, aggression, vertigo, ataxia, restlessness, abnormal crying, nervousness, aphasia, syncope, pain, chest pain, hypertension, vasodilation, atrial fibrillation, hot flashes, hypotension, cataract, blurred vision, eye irritation, sore throat, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, anorexia, fecal incontinence, GI bleeding, bloating, epigastric pain, frequent urination, ecchymosis, weight loss, dehydration, muscle cramps, arthritis, toothache, bone fracture, dyspnea, bronchitis, pruritus, urticaria, diaphoresis, influenza, and increased libido. The drug does not alter the underlying degenerative disease but can temporarily stabilize or relieve symptoms. Effective therapy depends on taking drug at regular intervals. Instructed to take drug in the evening, just before bedtime. Immediately report significant adverse effects or changes in overall health status. Inform health care team that patient is taking drug before he receives anesthesia. Avoid OTC cold or sleep remedies because of the potential for increased anticholinergic effects.
Instructed patient that depression is more frequent in people with chronic or severe medical illness and also with substance abuse.
Instructed patient about the importance of restricting sodium intake. Advised using salt substitutes (if permitted by MD), by seasoning food with condiments, such as lemon, parsley, cinnamon, etc.
Patient was instructed on list of precautions regarding medications: Dispose of discarded medications in a sink or toilet. Never place medications in the trash within the reach of children. Store safely. Refrigerate drugs that require it.
Patient was instructed on hand-eye coordination. It
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis, such as: morning stiffness, fatigue and weakness, among others.
Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: gradually increase exercise and use warm-up and cool-down exercises, as directed by MD.
Taught that following good body mechanics is a measure aimed to preventing/controlling Osteoarthritis.
Instructed in medication Famotidine is used to treat ulcers gastroesophageal reflux. Swallow the tablets and capsules with a full glass of water. Side effects can this medication cause: Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: headache, dizziness, constipation. Take Famotidine 20 MG one tablet by mouth daily.
SN instructed patient / caregiver on abnormal glucose also known as impaired glucose tolerance which is a term that refers to people who have blood glucose level that are higher than normal, but are not high enough to be classified as diabetes. SN instructed patient / caregiver on symptoms of abnormal glucose such as increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, blurred vision. SN instructed patient / caregiver on risk factors such as weight, waist size, inactivity, age, family history. SN instructed patient / caregiver on healthy lifestyle choices that can help prevent diabetes such as eating healthy foods, getting more physical activity, losing excess pounds.