foot care
Patient was instructed on tips for a good personal hygiene such as, Keep the skin clean. People who live in warm climates or tend to sweat need to take extra care. Do not re-wear the clothes without washing them.
Patient was instructed on Hyperglycemia. If dehydrated the body burns protein and fat rather than sugar for energy, causing acids and ketones to build up in your blood. These ketones can be partially released into the urine. If ketoacidosis develops, emergency care is needed immediately to keep the condition from getting worse.
Skilled Nurse instructed caregiver get at least 4 pillows, include one of those long body pillows since you can and place them between the knees, ankles, under the arms and behind the back when the patient is laid on her side.
Taught that, when taking Levothyroxine, if more than 2-3 doses are missed, physician and/or other health care provider should be notified about it.
Taught that, when taking Levothyroxine, dose should be withheld and physician or other health care provider notified if resting pulse is over 100 beats per minute.
Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if dark urine and/or persistent fatigue occur.
Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if chest pain and/or change in the amount of urine occur.
Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if dizziness and/or light-headedness occur.
Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if stomach/abdominal pain and/or fatigue occur.
Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if muscle weakness, muscle cramping or very slow heartbeats occur.