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Infection Teaching 324

Instructed patient about infection, which is the invasion and multiplication of microorganisms in body tissues.

Respiratory infection Teaching 499

Patient was instructed on respiratory infection, usually known as the common cold, is a highly contagious, viral infectious disease of the upper respiratory system, It is the most common infectious disease in humans. Common symptoms are sore throat, runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing and coughing.

Leg edema Teaching 557

Patient was instructed on leg edema. The body needs the right amount of blood flow to keep the heart pumping, the legs moving and the brain functioning. Blood circulation, the movement of blood throughout the body, is clearly crucial to the existence, and poor leg circulation can cause many problems, such as leg edema or leg swelling.

Mouth care Teaching 570

Patient was instructed on a healthy mouth. Poor oral mouth can make diabetes more difficult to control. Infections may cause the blood sugar to rise and require more insulin to keep it under control. In addition diabetes can diminish the ability to taste sweets influencing and changing food choices in favor of additional sweeter tasting foods, thereby affecting the dental health.

Hyperglycemia Teaching 758

Patient was instructed on Hyperglycemia. If dehydrated the body burns protein and fat rather than sugar for energy, causing acids and ketones to build up in your blood. These ketones can be partially released into the urine. If ketoacidosis develops, emergency care is needed immediately to keep the condition from getting worse.

Ventricular Dysrhythmias Teaching 1430

The patient was instructed in ventricular dysrhythmia the importance of not smoking or using tobacco products. The patient was taught how to take the pulse for a full minute. The patient was advised the importance of leading a normal, productive life. The patient was instructed to understand what precautions to take at work and at home. The patient was advised the need to identify a health care facility near home and work.

Lovenox Teaching 1620

SN advised patient be sure to tell all your doctors and dentist about all of the medications you are taking, including those you are taking without a prescription, such as aspirin or other NSAIDs. Also be sure to tell your doctor or dentist you are taking.

Acid reflux Teaching 1675

Instructed patient to avoid foods which might increase acid reflux. Food that is very hot or very cold, fried foods, peppermint, coffee, drinks that contain caffeine, spicy, highly seasoned foods, tomato-based dishes, citrus fruits and juices, chocolate and sweets. If patient any reflux symptoms, instructed on not lie down right after eating and to remain upright for at least 2 hours.

Peg Tube Teaching 1703

Instructed caregiver when to Call the doctor: If you have choking or difficulty breathing during a feeding, stop the feeding and call your doctor immediately.If you cannot unclog your tube, call your doctor immediately.

Metformin Teaching 1939

SN instructed that the Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb.