bedbound-patient
SN explained to patient that Lovenox has to be administer by deep subcutaneous injection with patient lying down.
SN explained to patient that Lovenox may cause edema, diarrhea, hematoma, confusion, pain, dyspnea, or fever. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN advised patient to avoid concurrent anticoagulants, such as NSAID's and aspirin without healthcare professional approval. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN advised patient to report severe diarrhea and consult healthcare professional prior to taking anti-diarrhea medicine while on Rocephin. Patient/PCG verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN emphasize to patient the importance of adhering to the prescribed rate, as infusing too rapidly may cause hypotensive symptoms. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN instructed patient on Vancomycin adverse effects such as: erythroderrma, thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, ototoxicity, and nephrotoxicity. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN instructed patient on range of Vancomycin toxicity (toxicity is reported at levels sustained above 80 to 100 mcg/ml). Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN advised patient to call doctor immediately if any of the following happen: The cast gets wet, damaged, or breaks, skin or nails on the toes below the cast become discolored, such as blue or gray, skin, or toes below the cast are numb, tingling, or cold, the swelling is more than before the cast was put on, bleeding, drainage, or bad smells come from the cast, and severe or new pain occurs. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN explained to patient/caregiver that cellulitis is a common skin infection caused by bacterias. Patient/caregiver verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN explained to patient/caregiver some risk factors of cellulites such as: cracks or peeling skin between toes, history of PVD, ulcers from blockage in the blood supply (ischemia), among others. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.