renal diet
Procedures
Instructed patient in some cases of colostomy, skin irritation or infection can result from stool that leaks under the bag. A hernia can develop around a colostomy, and the bowel may become narrow. Taking good care of your stoma and eating a balanced diet
can help you avoid these problems. Pouching systems are waterproof. However, you may feel more secure if you wear an ostomy belt or put
tape around the edges of your skin barrier when you are in the water.
Physical assessment done to patient after chemotherapy . Medication checked and reconciled. Hydration and nutritional status checked. Diet
reviewed. Denies chest pain. Tube care done per physician ( MD ) order. Dressing changed. Still complained in pain in fingers, patient taught that one side effect of chemotherapy is pain in fingers which is called peripheral neuropathy, it results from some type of damage to the peripheral nerves. Certain chemotherapy drugs can cause peripheral neuropathy such as Vinca alkaloids ( vincristine ), cisplatin, Paclitaxel, and the podophyllotoxins ( etoposide and tenoposide) . Other drugs used to treat cancer such as thalidomide and interferon also can cause peripheral neuropathy.
SN instructed patient What can you do to control blood pressure? To minimize the risk of hypertension, control sodium, potassium, and other essential electrolytes the body uses to maintain fluid balance. The recommendation for patients with kidney disease: limit sodium intake to no more than 1,500 mg per day. Most sodium in today’s diet
comes from processed foods and restaurants foods. Unhealthy lifestyles choices, such as smoking tobacco, obesity, and excessive alcohol consumption, may also contribute to hypertension.