diverticulosis-and-diverticulitis
Diseases Process
Instructed in site to use for subcutaneous injection, and the importance of rotating these sites.
Instructed in proper care and maintenance of home glucose monitor.
Instructed in S/S of hypoglycemia, including cold sweat, shaking, blurred vision, faintness, hunger, headache, confused thinking and impatience. Instructed if these S/S occur to take fast acting sugar, such as orange juice with sugar or glucose tablets.
Instructed patient to place a night-light along the route between the bedroom and bathroom.
Instructed patient to call MD if fever persist for a couple of days and isn't getting better.
Instructed patient on the use of absorbent products with polymer gel and changing when wet, wash skin with incontinence wipe or cleanser but avoiding excessive friction. Avoid soap as it removes natural protective lubricants.
Instructed patient to avoid contact with pets, specially dogs and cats.
Instructed patient about the importance of eating foods rich in calcium, protein and fiber to manage hypertension.
Instructed SO to change patient's position slowly when transferring from sitting or lying positions to standing positions. This will avoid dizziness and falls due to a sudden decrease of blood pressure.
Instructed patient about hypotensive medications and how they should be taken exactly as prescribed.