respiratory failure
Diseases Process
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), such as: unexplained rapid weight gain and dry or frothy cough, among others.
Taught that avoiding fatigue by gradually increasing activity, with planned rest periods, is a measure aimed to controlling/managing Congestive Heart Failure (CHF).
Taught that eating a well-balanced, low sodium diet is a measure aimed to controlling/managing Congestive Heart Failure (CHF).
Taught that avoiding extremes in temperature is a measure aimed to controlling/managing Congestive Heart Failure (CHF).
Taught that taking corresponding medications exactly as directed by MD is a measure aimed to controlling/managing Congestive Heart Failure (CHF).
Taught that Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) is a syndrome in which the heart is unable to pump an adequate supply of blood to meet the oxygen and nutritional needs of the body.
Taught that maintaining body weight under control is a measure aimed to controlling/managing Congestive Heart Failure (CHF).
Instructed on some potential complications of Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), such as: damage to such organs as liver, kidney and/or brain, among others.
The patient was instructed in heart failure to take and record the pulse. The patient was advised to avoid hot, humid, weather. The patient was taught for home oxygen therapy.
Patient instructed in congestive heart failure occurs when your heart is not able to pump enough blood to meet the needs of the rest of your body. If you have CHF, blood and extra fluid may back up into your lungs, making it difficult for you to breathe, swelling in your ankles and legs (called edema) may occur, you may experience excess fatigue with exercise.