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Instructed in management of chest pain, to sit or lie down and rest immediately at onset of pain, if NTG available to take as instructed and/or call 911.
Instructed on the importance of avoiding all respiratory irritants, such as: smoke, dust and air pollution, among others.
Taught that Renal Caps are to be taken by mouth, once a day or as directed by MD.
Instructed on some potential complications of Osteoarthritis, such as: gastrointestinal bleeding and stress ulcers, among others.
SN instructed patient on s/s of infected wound susch as: Thick green or yellow drainage, Foul odor, Redness or warmth around wound, Tenderness of surrounding area, and Swelling.
SN advised patient to avoid concurrent anticoagulants, such as NSAID's and aspirin without healthcare professional approval. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN advised patient and caregiver that arixtra can cause fever or anemia. Both of them verbalized understanding of instructions given.
Instruct the patient in the aplastic anemia and its causes. Encouraged the importance to avoiding contact to persons known to have serious infections, trauma, abrasions, and breakdown of the skin which could lead to infection. Encouraged that antibiotics must be taken for the entire period prescribed. Encouraged the need to maintain a well-balanced diet.
The patient was instructed in cellulitis the importance of elevation and immobilization of the affected limb for at least 2 to 3 days or until redness and the swelling have decreased. The patient was taught in wound care and dressing changes. The patient was advised how to apply cool compresses for discomfort, alternating with a warm compress or warm soak to increase circulation to the affected area.
SN instructed patient / caregiver on medication Hydrochlorothiazide. SN explained to patient that Hydrochlorothiazide ( HCTZ ) is a medication indicated for edema and hypertension. SN explained to patient / caregiver that it is a diuretic that reduces fluid volume overload which, in turn, lowers blood pressure. Explained that side effects of this medication includes dizziness, dehydration, weakness, pancreatitis, anemia and nausea. SN instructed patient / caregiver to notify physician ( MD ) if experiencing persistence or worsening of side effects.