skin care
Patient was instructed on the importance of a good foot care. Keep the blood sugar level as normal as possible. Wash the feet every day with lukewarm water and mild soap. Dry them well, especially between the toes. Pat gently.
Patient was instructed on the importance of a good foot care. Check the feet every day, redness, pain that won't go away, numbness, or tingling.
Patient was instructed on the importance of a good foot care. Do not treat calluses, corns or bunions without talking to the doctor or nurse before. Cut toenails straight across to avoid future complications.
Patient was instructed on the importance of a good foot care. The feet may not get a good blood supply which means that sores won't heal. In addition, damage to the nerves may not allows to feel sores, cuts and other injuries to the feet, that is why it's important to check the feet daily.
Patient was instructed on the importance of a good foot care. Wear shoes that support and fit properly, wear socks that are clean and fit properly, avoid walking barefoot.
SN stressed importance of daily foot care such as wearing shoes or slippers at all time to prevent foot injury.
Taught the patient how to care of wound and dressing changes. The patient was instructed to care for drains if he/she was discharged with them. The patient was advised to avoid lifting anything over 10 pounds for the first 6 weeks.
The patient was instructed in cholecystectomy specific care of the surgical incision and dressing changes. The patient was taught how to care for the T-tube and drainage bag.
Laparoscopy, the patient was encouraged to increase mobility to reduce abdominal distention.
Open Cholecystectomy, the patient was instructed avoid lifting > 10 pounds for the first 4 to 6 weeks.
The patient was instructed in electrophysiology study cardiac mapping on care of the puncture site. The patient was advised that bruising of and around the insertion site is normal. The patient was instructed in the importance of not smoking or using tobacco products. The patient was taught how to take the pulse for a full minute. The patient was advised the importance of leading a normal, productive life. The patient was instructed to understand what precautions to take at work and at home. The patient was advised the need to identify a health care facility near home and work.
The patient was instructed in hysterectomy radical to care for the incision with general hygiene and daily bathing. The patient was advised to evade constipation by taking mild laxatives and stool softeners. The patient was taught to care of the suprapubic catheter. The patient was reviewed that no interaction tampons, douching, or tub baths. The patient was explained that menstruation will no longer happen.