pain
Diseases Process
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of respiratory infection, such as: fever, chest pain and chills, among others.
Taught that, in Angina Pectoris, pain may occur in the inner aspects of arms, upper abdomen and shoulders.
Taught that chest pain (ranging from mild to very severe) and anxiety may constitute as signs and/or symptoms of Angina Pectoris.
Taught that low back pain and rectal pressure may constitute as signs/symptoms of constipation.
Instructed on some potential complications of constipation, such as: bowel blockage (no stool passes and pain occurs).
Instructed on some potential complications of constipation, such as: rectal bleeding and rectal pain, among others.
SN instructed patient that Rheumatoid Arthritis is a systemic disease characterized by chronic inflammation of the joint. Rheumatoid Arthritis causes pain and swelling in the wrist and small joints of the hand and feet. Rheumatoid Arthritis can also affect other tissues throughout the body and cause problems in organs such as the lungs, heart, and eyes. Patient verbalized understanding.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis, such as: pain and tenderness of joint and swelling, among others.
Taught that Angina Pectoris is a temporary pain without damage to the heart.
Taught that, in Angina Pectoris, pain is caused by insufficient oxygen to meet the demands of the heart.