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Diabetes Teaching 125

Instructed in how to recognize signs and symptoms of low blood sugar such as fatigue, headache, drowsiness, tremors, pale, moist skin, hunger anxiety, impared vision, etc.

Diabetes Teaching 386

Instructed patient about the importance of keeping BS levels as close to normal as possible.

Blood Sugar Teaching 713

Patient was instructed checking the blood sugar is a simple process using a lancing device, lancet, test strip and a meter. The following are general instructions for using a blood glucose meter.Wash the hands or clean finger or other site with alcohol. If are using alcohol, let it dry before prick the finger,Prick the site with a lancing device,Put a little drop of blood on a test strip.Insert the test strip into the blood glucose meter,In seconds, the blood glucose meter reads the blood sugar level.

COPD Teaching 828

Instructed on the importance of avoiding all respiratory irritants, such as: smoke, dust and air pollution, among others.

Epilepsy Teaching 1070

Instructed on some potential complications of Epilepsy, such as: status epilepticus (rapid succession of seizures) and severe injury received during a seizure episode, among others.

Alprazolam Teaching 1300

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

Myasthenia Gravis Teaching 1481

The patient was instructed in myasthenia gravis in finding required helpful equipment and procedures as the disease progresses. The patient was advised to use an eye patch over the affected eye or an ice-covered lens to improve vision if diplopia continues. The patient was taught to put on artificial tears to keep the corneas humid and free of abrasions.

Lisinopril Teaching 1933

SN instructed that the lisinopril is a drug of the angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor class used primarily in treatment of hypertension. If any of the following side effects occur please report to physician / nurse : Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing, blistering, peeling, red skin rash, confusion, weakness, uneven heartbeat, trouble breathing, numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, or lips, dark urine or pale stools.

ProAir HFA Inhalation Teaching 1973

SN instructed patient on ProAir HFA Inhalation. That it is a quick-relief drug used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems. It works in the airways by opening breathing passages and relaxing muscles. SN instructed patient to rinse mouth with water after every use of the medication to prevent irritation and dryness in the mouth.

Blood pressure Teaching 1978

SN instructed patient about some things that he can do to help control your blood pressure , including: Eat a heart-healthy diet, including potassium ( bananas ) and fiber ( cereals,beans ) , drink plenty of water, exercise regularly : walking for a few minutes every day , limit the amount of sodium ( salt ) you eat ( avoid canned foods ), reduce stress by trying to avoid things that cause you stress.