Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if any unusual signs/symptoms occur.
Instructed on the importance of reporting early signs and/or symptoms of infection.
Instructed on the importance of washing hands thoroughly as well as disposing used tissues properly in order to avoid the spread of infections.
Instructed on the importance of getting adequate rest and eating well-balanced meals in order to decrease susceptibility to infections.
Instructed on the importance of achieving/maintaining ideal weight as a measure aimed to controlling both hypertension and diabetes mellitus.
Instructed on the importance of decreasing cholesterol intake as a measure aimed to reducing the risk of developing atherosclerosis.
Taught that maintaining strong bones by slowing bone loss helps to reduce the risk of fractures.
Taught that most people with high cholesterol or triglycerides do not feel sick.
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 the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if black/tarry stools occur.
