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Diseases Process
Patient was instructed on Hyperglycemia. If dehydrated the body burns protein and fat rather than sugar for energy, causing acids and ketones to build up in your blood. These ketones can be partially released into the urine. If ketoacidosis develops, emergency care is needed immediately to keep the condition from getting worse.
Skilled Nurse instructed caregiver get at least 4 pillows, include one of those long body pillows since you can and place them between the knees, ankles, under the arms and behind the back when the patient is laid on her side.
Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: report immediately to physician, nurse or other health care provider if fever, change in amount or color of sputum and/or increased shortness of breath occur.
Instructed PCA the importance of the patient's skin care, keep the perineal area clean and change pads and undergarments to prevent odors. Inspect the area regularly.
Skilled Nurse to educate on S/S of wound deterioration or infection such as: increase pain on wound site, swelling, temperature, and discharge.
Instructed the importance of adopting a lifestyle that controls an episode of Abdominal Aneurysm. Taught the patient how to care for the incision and instruct in case of any sign of infection, severe pain in the abdomen providing the name and telephone number of a physician or nurse.
Taught patient that this conditions its causes and related involvement of other body organs. The patient was instructed how to care for skin lesions.
The patient was reviewed and indicated the location of the suspected obstruction of the arterial insufficiency and explained collateral circulation. The patient was instructed in the skin care; avoid heating pads, restrictive clothing that could affect with blood circulation in the affected areas.
The patient was instructed to obtain appropriate supplies for care of a urinary diversion by the bladder cancer. The female patient was taught to reduce the incidence of urinary tract infections by voiding after sexual intercourse, avoiding bubble baths, and wearing cotton undergarments. The patient was advised to avoid fluids and foods that irritate the bladder such alcohol, tea, and spices.
The patient was instructed to develop skills need to self-care and improve independence with blindness (visual impairment). The patient was reviewed to explore furniture, steps, and doorways in his/her home through guidance and touch. When walking alone use cane or walking stick to identify obstacles. The patient was taught on caring for the eyes. The patient was reviewing the method of administering eyes drops or ointment.