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The patient was advised to avoid lifting/stooping in order to decrease back pain. The patient was encouraged to avoid or stop smoking (nicotine decreases diskal circulation).
The patient was instructed in cystic fibrosis the importance of breathing exercises, percussion and postural drainage techniques. The patient was taught to use the home nebulizer, metered-dose nebulizer, and other respiratory equipment necessary to release secretions and dilate the bronchi. The patient was reviewed the need to avoid known respiratory irritants such as smoke and air pollutants and persons with upper respiratory infections. The patient was taught on methods of clearing secretions, such as coughing, positioning, or suctioning. The patient was instructed on adaptive breathing techniques to decrease work of breathing. The patient was encouraged to participate in a program of aerobic exercise; swimming helps strengthen the muscles of respiration and promotes good breathing habits.
The patient was instructed in gangrene and after removed damaged tissue checks the wound daily, use aseptic method. The patient was advised the need for rest to conserve energy, promote curative, and reduce stress on involved tissues. The patient was explained of immobilizing the affected extremity to decrease the spread of infected drainage. The patient was advised in range-of-motion exercises to maintain strength of muscles and joints and to avoid atrophy of tissues. The patient was taught in the use of ambulatory aids when is permitted out of bed.
The patient was instructed in pheochromocytoma (chromaffin tumor) how to measure and record blood pressure at home. The patient was instructed to weigh daily at the same time. The patient was taught stress decrease methods like meditation, breathing exercises.
Instructed caregiver A.L.F's staff on relieving and preventing patient's leg edema. The first line of defense is: leg elevation. Elevate legs above the level of the heart which puts minimal pressure on the back of the knees and thighs and lower back. Other help to decrease swelling is limiting salt intake, drink plenty of water, avoid sitting with the feet dependent.
SN instructed that Breo Ellipta is used regularly as a long term (maintenance) treatment to prevent or decrease wheezing and trouble breathing caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Instructed that common side effects include, Headache, dry/irritated throat, hoarseness, runny nose, and coughing may occur as your body adjusts to the medication.
SN instructed patient about urinary infection's Diet. The use of cranberry products seems to decrease the ability of bacteria to adhere to the lining of the urethra and bladder. As cranberry juice can have a high amount of sugar, cranberry extract can be taken in capsule or pill form instead. Increasing water intake by one or two glasses per day may help limit the length of time that you have symptoms and reduce the infections.
SN instructed patient that to drink plenty of fluids ( fever, which may be related to the flu, can cause dehydration ). It is important to maintain hydration. Take acetaminophen ( but do not take aspirin unless your doctor tells ). SN instructed patient to get a flu shot each year and decrease the exposure to the flu.
SN instructed patient about respiratory infection to drink plenty of fluids ( fever, which may be related to the flu, can cause dehydration ). It is important to maintain hydration. Take acetaminophen ( but do not take aspirin unless your doctor tells ). SN instructed patient to get a flu shot each year and decrease the exposure to the flu.
Instructed patient how can I prevent infections. Keep your mouth clean. Saliva and mucus contain germs that cause infection if they enter your airway. Brush your teeth twice a day. Suction your mouth as needed. Use a mouth wash twice a day or as directed. Take deep breaths and cough 10 times each hour. This will decrease your risk for a lung infection. Take a deep breath and hold it for as long as you can. Let the air out and then cough strongly. Deep breaths help open your airway. You may be given an incentive spirometer to help you take deep breaths. Put the plastic piece in your mouth and take a slow, deep breath, then let the air out and cough. Repeat these steps 10 times every hour.