catheter-teaching-guide
Diseases Process
Patient was instructed on hypertension . Hypertension, or high blood pressure, stems from narrow arteries and causes a build up in blood pressure within the arteries.
Patient instructed that hypertension is treated with regular aerobic exercise, weight reduction (if overweight), salt restriction, and medication
Patient was instructed that stress management is important because stress can contribute to high blood pressure.
SN explained to patient/caregiver that cellulitis is a common skin infection caused by bacterias. Patient/caregiver verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN explained to patient/caregiver some risk factors of cellulites such as: cracks or peeling skin between toes, history of PVD, ulcers from blockage in the blood supply (ischemia), among others. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
Instructed in factors that increase the risk of COPD such as respiratory infections, respiratory irritants (dust, smoking, cold, damp air, etc), possible family history, and poor defense system.
Taught that the diastolic reading (the bottom number) represents the pressure on the blood vessel wall while the heart is at rest.
Instructed in possible cause of hyperglycemia such as too little insulin, too much or wrong kind of food, infection, injury, illness, decreased activity.
Instructed in possible complication of PVD such as ulcers, cellulites, gangrene, thrombophlebitis, etc.
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.