diverticulosis-and-diverticulitis
Instructed in possible adverse reactions of oral diabetic agents, which include nausea, vomiting, epigastric fullness, heartburn, hypoglycemia, rash, itching and facial flushing.
Instructed in possible adverse reactions to insulin, which include hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, skin rash and local reaction at injection site.
Instructed that insulin/oral diabetic agents, are used to relieve the symptoms and not to cure the disease.
Instructed in site to use for subcutaneous injection, and the importance of rotating these sites.
Instructed in proper care and maintenance of home glucose monitor.
Instructed in S/S of hypoglycemia, including cold sweat, shaking, blurred vision, faintness, hunger, headache, confused thinking and impatience. Instructed if these S/S occur to take fast acting sugar, such as orange juice with sugar or glucose tablets.
Instructed in deep breathing exercises to promote lung expansion and prevent pulmonary congestion.
Instructed to follow therapeutic diet, including adequate fluid intake to ensure proper nutrition and hydration.
Instructed in the importance of addressing Advance Directives to ensure compliance with client's wishes and medical needs.
Instructed to post important telephone numbers, including MD, Home Health Agency, Friend/Relative and 911 for any emergency.