catheter-teaching-guide
Medications
Taught that Crestor can cause symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, which include rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), dizziness and trouble breathing.
Instructed on the importance of taking Folic Acid regularly and at the same time each day, as directed by MD, in order to get the most benefit from it.
Taught that Folic Acid is a B-Complex vitamin needed to form healthy cells, especially red blood cells.
Taught that Folic Acid is used to treat certain anemias caused by poor diet, liver disease, certain stomach/intestinal problems or other conditions.
Taught that Folic Acid helps to relieve symptoms such as unusual tiredness and diarrhea that can occur with some types of anemia.
Instructed on proper method of Keppra intake.
Instructed on the importance, when taking Labetalol, of do not stopping abruptly its intake as some conditions may become worse when this drug is suddenly stopped.
Instructed on the importance, when taking Hyzaar, of avoiding prolonged sun exposure, tanning booths or sunlamps, as this medication may make the skin more sensitive to the sun.
Instructed on the importance, when taking Hyzaar, of using sunscreen and wearing protective clothing when outdoors as this medication may make the skin more sensitive to the sun.
Instructed on the importance, when taking Hyzaar, of getting up slowly when rising from a seated or lying position, in order to minimize dizziness and light-headedness.