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Actos Teaching 49

Instructed in new medication Actos to improve glycemic control. In addition, warned of possible S/E such as headache, edema, heart failure, sinusitis, pharyngitis, tooth disorder, anemia, hypoglycemia (with combination therapy), aggravated diabetes mellitus, weight gain, myalgia and upper respiratory tract infection.

Diabetic Foot Care Teaching 351

Instructed patient to cut toenails straight across. This will help to avoid ingrown toenails. Also instructed to avoid letting somebody else to cut the toenails.

Osteoporosis Teaching 518

Patient was instructed on Osteoporosis. Take steps to prevent falls that might result in broken bones. Have your vision and hearing checked regularly, and wear slippers or shoes with a nonskid sole.

Wound Care Teaching 537

Patient was instructed on wound healing. Healing time depends on a variety of factors, such as wound size and location, pressure on the wound from walking or standing, swelling, circulation, blood glucose levels, wound care, and what is being applied to the wound. Healing may occur within weeks or require several months.

Diabetes Teaching 689

Patient was instructed on complications of diabetes such as heart disease. People with diabetes have extra reason to be mindful of heart and blood vessel disease. Diabetes carries an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and complications related to poor circulation.

Wound Care Teaching 805

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.

Angina pectoris Teaching 841

Taught that some potential factors of Angina Pectoris are consumption of a heavy meal and exposition to heavy temperatures, among others.

Osteoarthritis Teaching 1181

Instructed on some potential complications of Osteoarthritis, such as: gastrointestinal bleeding and stress ulcers, among others.

Alprazolam Teaching 1301

Skilled nurse advised patient to wear medical alert indicating drug therapy (alprazolam)

Advair diskus Teaching 2064

SN instructed patient / caregiver that Advair Diskus is a combination of inhaled drugs that is used to treat asthma and chronic bronchitis. SN instructed patient / caregiver on common side effects including upper respiratory tract infection & headaches. SN instructed to call physician / nurse for adverse effects including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, mouth or throat candidiasis, or musculoskeletal pain.