diverticulosis-and-diverticulitis
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Patient was instructed on skin care. Treat cuts right away. Wash them with soap and water. Avoid antiseptics, iodine or alcohol to clean cuts, because they are too harsh. It is recommended to put antibiotic cream or ointment on minor cuts.
Patient was instructed on skin care. Drinks lots of fluids, especially water to keep the skin moist and healthy. To prevent dry skin when the temperature drops, use a room humidifier to add moisture to heated, indoor air.
Patient was instructed on fluid retention. Fluid retention leaks into body tissues from the blood. The lymphatic system is a network of tubes throughout the body that drains this fluid from tissues and empties it back into the bloodstream.
Patient was instructed on fluid retention. The 2 broad categories of fluid retention include generalized edema, when swelling occurs throughout the body and localized edema when particular parts of the body are affected. The wide range of causes includes the body
Patient was instructed on precautions to prevent respiratory complications. Avoid persons with infections and wash hands frequently. Caution the patient to avoid the use of respiratory depressants.
Patient was instructed on the importance of oxygen. Oxygen plays a vital role in the circulatory and respiratory systems. As breathing, oxygen that is inhaled purifies the blood by removing poisonous waste products circulating throughout our blood system.
Instructed on the importance of avoiding excess sugar and salt.
Instructed on the importance of undergoing medical check-ups on a regular basis as well as having both her blood pressure and blood sugar monitored daily.
Instructed on the importance of keeping all passageways uncluttered and adequately illuminated.
Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if dark urine and/or persistent fatigue occur.