medications
General
Instructed to keep medications in their original containers. Instructed to check the label before you take any medications.
SN instructed patient on nonpharmacologic pain relief measures, including relaxation techniques, massage, stretching, positioning, and hot/cold packs. SN instructed patient to report to physician if patient experiences pain level greater than 6, pain medications not effective, patient unable to tolerate pain medications, pain affecting ability to perform patient’s normal activities.
Instructed to take all medications at the times indicated. Instructed to read the label and follow your health-care provider's instructions.
Instructed to keep medications away from children.
Instructed to store medications properly. Instructed to read the label for storage instructions.
Instructed to don't take medications in the dark. Instructed to turn on the lights to avoid taking the wrong medication.
Instructed to don't transfer medications to others containers, unless your pharmacist ot health-care provider says it's ok.
Instructed to discard all outdated medications.
Instructed to don't take medications unless you understand instructions for using them safely.
SN assessment done on all body systems. Checked blood sugar daily monitoring on patient's log book, hydration, dietary, and medication compliance. Instructed patient on keeping blood glucose within normal range and preventing the development of long-term complication. Careful monitoring of diet, exercise and blood sugar levels are as important as the use of oral medications in preventing complications of diabetes. Also taught infection control, safety/fall precautions and preventions, and to contact MD for any emergency and/or medical concerns and changes.