General teaching - Nurse Teachings

General teaching Teaching 210

Instructed to elevate lower extremities whenever sitting or lying to promote venous return, thus decreasing/preventing edema.

Instructed in the importance of addressing Advance Directives to ensure compliance with client's wishes and medical needs.

Instructed to follow therapeutic diet, including adequate fluid intake to ensure proper nutrition and hydration.

Instructed in deep breathing exercises to promote lung expansion and prevent pulmonary congestion.

Instructed in complicated medication regime, with written medication schedule provided.

Instructed to use Biohazardous waste/sharps containers provided by Home Health Agency.

Instructed to discard all outdated medications.

Instructed in the importance of follow-up visits to MD.

Instructed in home ambulation with cane, clear pathways, falls precautions, good lighting, non skid shoes, etc.

Instructed in calling to MD and notify any symptoms.