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Instructed in new medication Sulfaprim and in S/E such as headache, mental depression, aseptic meningitis, tinnitus, apathy, seizures, hallucinations, ataxia, nervousness, fatigue, vertigo, insomnia, thrombophlebitis, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, anorexia, stomatitis, pancreatitis, pseudomembranous colitis, toxic nephrosis with oliguria and anuria, crystalluria, hematuria, interstitial nephritis, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, megaloblastic anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, hemolytic anemia, jaundice, hepatic necrosis, arthralgia, myalgia, muscle weakness, pulmonary infiltrates, erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, generalized skin eruption, toxic epidermal necrolysis, exfoliative dermatitis, photosensitivity, urticaria, pruritus, hypersensitivity reactions, serum sickness, drug fever and anaphylaxis.
Instructed in complication of rheumatoid arthritis such as deformity and disability, infections and osteoporosis.
Taught that transient ischemic attacks (TIA), which are temporary impairment of blood flow to the brain, may precede a cerebrovascular accident (stroke).
Taught that reducing cholesterol and triglycerides help prevent strokes and heart attacks.
Instructed patient and caregiver on the importance of keeping all passageways uncluttered at her/his apartment/house. Clean and in good repair, with no obstruction across or in aisles. Also adequate illumination helps. Both patient and caregiver verbalized understanding.
Instructed on some potential complications of constipation, such as: valsalva maneuver (may be caused by straining, causing a slowed pulse, decreased blood return and increased venous pressure).
Skilled Nurse to educate on S/S of wound deterioration or infection such as: increase pain on wound site, swelling, temperature, and discharge.
The patient was instructed in bursitis in the use of orthotics like as pads, shoe inserts. The patient was instructed in how to use heat and cold applications. The patient was taught to cover the heat or cold container with a dry cotton cover.
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
Instructed patient when should I call my clinician when on V.A.C. Therapy: immediately report to your clinician if you have any of these symptoms: fever over 102°, diarrhea, headache, sore throat, confusion, sick to your stomach or throwing up, dizziness or feel faint when you stand up, redness around the wound, skin itches or rash present, wound is sore, red or swollen, pus or bad smell from the wound, area in or around wound feels very warm.