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Instructed on the importance of getting adequate rest and eating well-balanced meals in order to decrease susceptibility to infections.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing constipation, such as: avoid/decrease intake of foods with white sugar, pasta, pastries, cheese and rice.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), such as: avoid/decrease sodium intake and exercise regularly, as directed by MD.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), such as: avoid/decrease intake of foods and drinks containing caffeine, among others.
Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: avoid/decrease exposure to respiratory irritants (e.g., cigarette smoking, air pollution, aerosol sprays, cold air, strong wind), among others.
Taught that, in Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), the decrease in the amount of blood pumped with each heart contraction causes an increase in circulatory pressure.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of activity intolerance in response to physical activity, such as: excessive increase/decrease in blood pressure.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of activity intolerance in response to physical activity, such as: excessive increase/decrease in pulse rate.
Skilled nurse advised patient to elevate both legs to decrease pain and improve circulation.
The patient was advised to avoid lifting/stooping in order to decrease back pain. The patient was encouraged to avoid or stop smoking (nicotine decreases diskal circulation).