foot care
Diseases Process
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.
The patient and family will be educated in brain tumors depending on the location, the type of tumor, its malignancy, and the prescribed treatment. The patient and family will be advised in any residual deficits and physical limitations. The patient was taught in obtaining appropriate devices for self-care, rehabilitation, mobilization, and sensory functions such as hearing aids or eyeglasses etc.
The patient was instructed in cellulitis the importance of elevation and immobilization of the affected limb for at least 2 to 3 days or until redness and the swelling have decreased. The patient was taught in wound care and dressing changes. The patient was advised how to apply cool compresses for discomfort, alternating with a warm compress or warm soak to increase circulation to the affected area.
The patient was instructed in choleclithiasis, cholecystitis in catheter care. The patient was taught how to empty the bag. The patient was encouraged the need to decrease dietary fat and cholesterol.