Instructed on the importance of having safety measures implemented throughout the apartment/house in order to reduce the risk of falls/injuries.
Instructed on the importance of receiving flu and pneumonia immunizations.
Instructed on the importance/need of keeping her medical appointments.
Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if chest pain/discomfort occur.
Instructed on proper method of medication intake, as many people taking prescription medications do not follow their doctors' instructions.
Instructed on the importance of having safety measures implemented (e.g., passageways uncluttered, good illumination, rugs removed, surfaces dried) in order to reduce the risk of accidents/injuries.
Instructed on the importance of having both her blood sugar level and blood pressure monitored on a daily basis, as directed by MD.
Instructed patient and caregiver on the importance of keeping all passageways uncluttered at her/his apartment/house. Clean and in good repair, with no obstruction across or in aisles. Also adequate illumination helps. Both patient and caregiver verbalized understanding.
Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if black/tarry stools occur.
Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if severe dizziness and/or trouble breathing occur.