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Hygiene Teaching 10

Instructed in the importance of bathing to preserve personal hygiene and skin integrity. Instructed to keep skin clean and dry.

Pain Management Teaching 138

Instructed in various factors that help alleviate pain without, or in addition to, analgesics such as frequent position changes, relaxation techniques, heat or cold, regular rest periods, pillows to support painful area, etc.

Wound Care Teaching 157

Instructed in refusal to observe wound care or participate with care if they feel unable/uncomfortable with this procedure.

Cardiac Teaching 424

Instructed patient about the use of NTG for chest pain or pressure. Beginning pain or pressure episode take 1 tablet every 5 minutes, and up to 3 tablets over 15 minutes. If complete pain relief is not achieved after taking the 3rd tablet, call 911.

Hypoglycemia Teaching 790

Patient was instructed on hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia may result from a variety of causes that include: Too much insulin. Tumors in the pancreas (insulinomas), certain disorders of the pancreas, or some autoimmune diseases can cause too much insulin to be produced. These conditions are rare.

COPD Teaching 835

Instructed on the importance of avoiding/reducing exposure to crowds in order to reduce the risk of respiratory infections.

Osteoarthritis Teaching 1182

Instructed on some potential complications of Osteoarthritis, such as: acute inflammation and permanent loss of joint function, among others.

Congestive Heart Failure Teaching 1255

Taught that maintaining body weight under control is a measure aimed to controlling/managing Congestive Heart Failure (CHF).

PICC Line Teaching 1640

Instructed patient / caregiver keep the insertion site and dressing dry, do not go swimming as swimming pools not only harbor bacteria but a wet dressing is an ideal medium for bacterial growth, do not allow pets or young children to play with the PICC line.

Jackson Pratt care Teaching 2050

SN instructed patient about Jackson Pratt care. The JP drain removes fluids by creating suction in the tube. The bulb is squeezed
 flat and connected to the tube that sticks out of your body. The bulb expands as it fills with fluid. SN instructed patient use soap and water or saline ( saltwater ) solution to clean your JP drain site. Dip a cotton swab or 
gauze pad in the solution and gently clean your skin.