catheter-teaching-guide
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 on some serious adverse effect of Lovenox such as: atrial fibrillation, heart failure, skin necrosis, hemorrhage, intracranial hemorrhage, paraplegia, and pneumonia.
Patient was instructed on hypoglycemia. Mild hypoglycemia can make people feel hungry or nauseus . People Could also feel jittery or nervous. The heart may beat fast. The body may sweat. Or the skin might turn cold and clammy.
Patient was instructed on hypertension . Hypertension, or high blood pressure, stems from narrow arteries and causes a build up in blood pressure within the arteries.
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.
Skilled nurse instructed patient on safety measures to avoid injuries and falls such as keeping adequate lighting during the day and night and was educated on proper use of assistive device to prevent falls.
Patient instructed that hypertension is treated with regular aerobic exercise, weight reduction (if overweight), salt restriction, and medication