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Instructed in possible effects of a stroke such as paralysis or weakness on one side of the body, difficulty with speech and language, urine and fecal incontinence, visual deficits, emotional lability.
Patient was instructed on measures to prevent falls at home during daily activities. Do not try to carry too many things at the same time. Have a place near the door where it is possible to place packages and groceries while you close the door and get ready to put things away.
Patient was instructed on hypoglycemia symptoms, such as shaking or physical tremor. Tremors are the involuntary trembling of the body often it affects the fingers or hands. Another sign is the palpitations. Abnormality of the heart beat that a person slurred speech or difficulty articulating words.
SN instructed patient that to reduce diarrhea, omit fiber and bulk from your meals and eat foods that thicken your stools, such as white rice, applesauce, bananas, creamy peanut butter, yogurt, pasta, and bread. Continued diarrhea can cause dehydration, so increase the amount of fluids in your diet.
Take the Actonel tablet first thing in the morning, at least 30 minutes before you eat or drink anything or take any other medicine. Take each dose with a full glass (6 to 8 ounces) of water. Use only plain water (not mineral water) when taking a Actonel tablet. For at least the first 30 minutes after taking an Actonel tablet, do not lie down or recline; do not eat or drink anything other than plain water; and do not take any other medicines including vitamins, calcium, or antacids.
Instruct the patient in care of the incisional wound, reviewing signs of wound infection and thrombus formation in the implant replacement of the aortic valve.
The patient was instructed in fractures in stress the importance of turning and moving frequently to evade skin breakdown. The patient was advised to handle hurt tissues softly by supporting the joint above and below the location. The patient was explained in how to wound care. The patient was recommended to elevate the extremity and apply ice bags. The patient was instructed in the use of ambulatory aids, crutch walking, cane, and walker. The patient was explained in the importance of range-of-motion exercises to maintain function of natural joints. The patient was taught in exercises to maintain strength and facilitate resolve of inflammation.
Patient assessment done with special attention on neuro-musculoskeletal and general status. Vital signs monitored.
Instructed patient untreated high blood pressure can lead to a greater risk for stroke, heart attack, or other heart damage.
Sn instructed patient about that the Restoril should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. This medicine should never be shared with another person, especially someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a secure place where others cannot get to it. Misuse of habit-forming medicine can cause addiction, overdose, or death.