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Prednisone Teaching 44

Instructed in new medication Prednisone and in S/E such as euphoria, insomnia, psychotic behavior, vertigo, headache, paresthesia, seizures, pseudotumor cerebri, heart failure, hypertension, edema, arrhythmias, thrombophlebitis, thromboembolism, cataracts, glaucoma, peptic ulceration, GI irritation, increased appetite, pancreatitis, nausea, vomiting, menstrual irregularities, increased urine calcium levels, hypokalemia, hyperglycemia, carbohydrate intolerance, growth suppression in children, muscle weakness, osteoporosis, hirsutism, delayed wound healing, acne and various skin eruptions.

Cardiac Teaching 175

Instructed in other S/S of cardiac complications requiring medical intervention, such as, increased SOB, palpitations, uneven heart beat, faintness, and weakness.

Fall precautions Teaching 585

Patient was instructed on strategies that can significantly help decrease the risk of a fall such as: Skid-proof mats or strips in the shower and bathtub, Removal of furniture that can slip away if grabbed accidentally for support, supportive non-slip footwear and not walking in stocking feet.

Fall precautions Teaching 587

Patient instructed to breathe deeply five or six times after experiencing a fall. In the event of any injuries do not try to get up, call a family member immediately for assistance.

Medications precautions Teaching 591

Patient was instructed on list of precautions regarding medications: Dispose of discarded medications in a sink or toilet. Never place medications in the trash within the reach of children. Store safely. Refrigerate drugs that require it.

Hyperglycemia Teaching 746

Patient was instructed on Hyperglycemia. The American Diabetes Association does not recommend alcohol consumption, but it is interesting to note that moderate alcohol intake may reduce the risk of high blood sugar.

Actonel Teaching 1344

When using Actonel get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Diabetes Teaching 1423

The patient was instructed in diabetes insipidus in how to measure and record intake and output, stressing that intake should equal output. The patient was taught to check the urine’s specific gravity. The patient was advised to avoid fluids that may have diuretic effects, coffee, tea, alcohol.

Gentamycin Teaching 1521

SN advised patient and caregiver to report any signs and symptoms of ototoxicity or nephrotoxicity. Caregiver verbalizzed understanding of instructions given.

Acid reflux Teaching 1747

Instructed in medication Famotidine is used to treat ulcers gastroesophageal reflux. Swallow the tablets and capsules with a full glass of water. Side effects can this medication cause: Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: headache, dizziness, constipation. Take Famotidine 20 MG one tablet by mouth daily.