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Instructed in use of Verapamil, to help regulate heartbeat, prevent chest pain, and reduce blood pressure.
Instructed to maintain a diabetic record of blood sugars and any untoward reactions. Record should include date, time, and any other pertinent information.
Instructed patient about the importance of keeping BS levels as close to normal as possible.
Instructed patient to use saccharin (sugar substitute) in cold and hot foods to make them sweet.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of depression, such as: agitation, restlessness, tenseness and/or anxiousness, among others.
teach patient how control to monitor blood glucose and to report difficulties in glycemic control
The patient was instructed in emphysemathe importance of avoiding bronchopulmonary irritants such as cigarettes smoking, industrial air pollutants, dust, powders, perfumes, aerosol sprays. The patient was encouraged to use of bronchodilator nebulizers. The patient was taught in adaptive breathing techniques such as deep-breathing exercises, coughing techniques, pursed-lip breathing, and abdominal breathing. The patient was reviewed to avoid persons with infections, especially upper respiratory tract infections. The patient was advised the importance of taking vaccines for influenza and pneumococcal pneumonia. The patient was recommended on cleaning of all home respiratory equipment. The patient was taught in the importance of environmental control, avoid dry air, avoid going out in cold temperatures.
Patient was instructed in new medication Vitamin C side effects such as; nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal cramps, and headache. Dental erosion may occur from chronically chewing vitamin C tablets.
SN assessment done on all body systems. Checked blood sugar daily monitoring on patient's log book, hydration, dietary, and medication compliance. Instructed patient on keeping blood glucose within normal range and preventing the development of long-term complication. Careful monitoring of diet, exercise and blood sugar levels are as important as the use of oral medications in preventing complications of diabetes. Also taught infection control, safety/fall precautions and preventions, and to contact MD for any emergency and/or medical concerns and changes.
Instructed patient while your body adjusts, it's a good idea to avoid high-fat foods for a few weeks after having gallbladder surgery.High-fat foods include: Pizza, foods made with lard or butter, creamy soups or sauces, meat gravies Chocolate, oils, such as palm and coconut oil, skin of chicken or turkey