Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing Angina Pectoris, such as: have blood pressure monitored closely and achieve/maintain ideal weight, among others.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing Angina Pectoris, such as: eat a diet high in fiber, exercise regularly (as directed by MD) and take stool softeners, as needed.
SN instructed patient and caregiver that dysrhythmias of the heart and myocardial infarction may constitute as potential complications of Angina Pectoris. Cardiac arrhythmia occurs when electrical impulses in the heart do not work properly. A heart attack usually occurs when a blood clot blocks blood flow to the heart. Angina is a symptom of coronary artery disease. Patient verbalized understanding.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Angina Pectoris, such as: indigestion, sweating and shortness of breath, among others.
Taught that exposure to extreme temperatures may constitute as a precipitating factor of Angina Pectoris.
Taught that nicotine inhaling may constitute as a precipitating factor of Angina Pectoris.
Taught that high blood pressure may constitute as a precipitating factor of Angina Pectoris.
Taught that obesity may constitute as a precipitating factor of Angina Pectoris.
Taught that Angina Pectoris is a temporary pain without damage to the heart.
Taught that, in Angina Pectoris, pain is caused by insufficient oxygen to meet the demands of the heart.