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Allegra Teaching 46

Instructed in new medication Allegra to manage allergic rhinitis. In addition, warned of possible S/E such as fatigue, drowsiness, nausea, dyspepsia, dysmenorrhea, and viral infection.

Hurricane Teaching 223

Instructed patient and caregiver about nursing service procedures during a hurricane. Such services will be temporary suspended until event ceases. It is extremely important to know in advance if a friend, relative or any other person will be willing to take responsibility at the time of following treatment requirements.

Hypertension Teaching 295

Instructed patient on measures to control hypertension, such as, control stress, decrease cholesterol and sodium in the diet, take medication exactly as prescribed, etc.

Infection Teaching 325

Instructed patient on how an infection may cause symptoms or not. This presence or absence of symptoms is caused by the microorganism's injury to the body's cell or by the body response to the invasion.

Diabetes Teaching 392

Instructed patient about the importance of site rotation at the time of the subcutaneous injection.

Depression Teaching 398

Instructed patient about depression risk factors for suicide. Women are 3 times more likely than men to attempt suicide, but men are 3 times more likely to complete suicide.

Cerebrovascular Accident Teaching 845

Instructed on some signs/symptoms of cerebrovascular accident (stroke), such as: temporary loss of speech or slurred speech, among others.

Keppra Teaching 939

Instructed on proper method of Keppra intake.

Arthritis Teaching 1367

The patient was advised in pain management in arthritis applying heat or cold to a painful joint for temporary relief avoiding temperatures extremes. The patient was recommended to maintain a regular exercise program that provides stretching and joint mobility. The patient was encouraged to coordinate pain medication with activities. The patient was recommended to use assistive and/or protective devices, as needed, to support affected joints. The patient was advised in the importance of maintaining a safe home environment to prevent falls (removal of small rugs, handrails in showers, tubs, or toilets etc. The patient was encouraged that eating well-balanced diet.

Temazepam Teaching 1902

SN instructed that Temazepam is used to treat sleep problems (insomnia). It may help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake up during the night, so you can get a better night's rest. Temazepam belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. SN also instructed on side effects such as, dizziness or difficulty with coordination. If either of these effects persists or worsens, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To reduce the risk of dizziness or falling, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.