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Patient was instructed on hypertension. High blood pressure doesn
Patient was instructed on steps to prevent falls that might result in broken bones. Have the vision and hearing checked regularly, and wear slippers or shoes with a nonskid sole. Do exercises that improve balance and coordination. Limit alcohol use that clearly increases the risk of falling.
Patient was instructed on Hyperglycemia. Diabetes is currently a chronic disease with no cure. There is an exceptionally important role for patient education, diabetic support, self monitoring of blood glucose with the goal of keeping it within acceptable bounds.
Taught that Epilepsy is a disorder of spontaneously returning seizures.
Instructed on some potential complications of Osteoporosis, such as: Ileus (intestinal obstruction) and fractures, among others.
Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling hypertension, such as: achieve and/or maintain ideal weight, among others.
Instructed patient / caregiver strenuous work, with hand cannulated, lifting objects greater than ten pounds, or repetitive motion should all be avoided.
SN instructed that is important to keep in mind that consistency is the key when regulating your Coumadin diet. Unless your doctor instructs you to, you should not try to omit all Vitamin K from your diet. Vitamin K foods are important to the overall health of your body by strengthening bones and improving the health of your arteries. Vitamin K is Coumadin's antidote so managing your intake is an important factor in staying therapeutic. Some foods that have high Vitamin K include: Cabbage, Broccoli, Spinach, Escarole, Turnip Greens, Lettuce, Brussels, Sprouts, Endive, Kale, Cauliflower, among others.
SN instructed patient that the Xarelto is used to prevent or treat a type of blood clot called deep vein thrombosis ( DVT ), which can lead to blood clots in the lungs ( pulmonary embolism ). A DVT can occur after certain types of surgery. Xarelto is also used in people with atrial fibrillation ( a heart rhythm disorder ) to lower the risk of stroke caused by a blood clot. If you take Xarelto 1 time each day: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Take your next dose the following day and stay on your once-daily schedule. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
SN instructed patient that steri strips may fall off the skin after 10 days. Leave the steri strips in place until they fall off on their own accord or until your doctor determines it is appropriate to remove them. If the wound has healed and your doctor says you can remove the strips, use lotion or a small amount of water to loosen them from your skin.