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Aspirin Teaching 83

Instructed in new medication Aspirin to manage rheumatoid arthritis. In addition, warned of possible S/E such as tinnitus, hearing loss, nausea, GI distress, occult bleeding, dyspepsia, GI bleeding, leukopenia, hepatitis, rash, urticaria and others.

Wound Care Teaching 156

Instructed in wound care per MD order using aseptics technique.

Diabetic Foot Care Teaching 353

Instructed patient to wash feet daily and dry them carefully, especially between toes.

Precautions for diabetes Teaching 725

Patient was instructed on the importance to take frequent rest periods elevating feet to promote circulation and do not cross the legs when sitting.

Hypoglycemia Teaching 786

Patient was instructed on hypoglycemia. Moderate hypoglycemia often makes people feel short-tempered, nervous, afraid, or confused. The vision may blur. People could also feel unsteady or have trouble walking.

Angina pectoris Teaching 1133

Taught that stable angina usually has a precipitating cause, while unstable angina can occur while at rest.

Teaching 1487

The patient was instructed in sprains and strains in the use of mandatory ambulatory aids. The patient was taught in the good way of applying Ace bandages. The patient was taught to apply ice packs for the first 24 to 72 hours or longer to lessen bleeding and edema.

Digoxin Teaching 1542

Patient was educated about Digoxin 0.125 mg 1 tablet oral daily, this medication is used to treat CHF, tachy arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter (slows ventricular rate).

General medication Teaching 1740

Instructed patient the medicines then become less effective when taken. Some people report not feeling well as a reason for stopping their medication or not taking it as prescribed. Tell your doctor if your medicines are making you sick. Don't just stop taking your medicines, because your health depends on it.

Flonase Teaching 1943

SN instructed patient about Flonase ( Fluticasone). It is used to treat asthma, allergic rhinitis, nasal polyps, various skin disorders and Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. If taken correctly, the nasal spray and oral inhaler formulation have less corticosteroid side effects than the tablet formulation because they limit systemic absorption. However, if the spray or inhaler is used at higher than recommended doses or with other corticosteroids, serious side effects can occur. These systemic corticosteroid side effect include weakened immune system, increased risk of systemic infections, osteoporosis, and elevated pressure in the eyes. Nasal spray common side effects may include nasal irritation, HA, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, nosebleed, and cough. Rare side effects include painful white patches in nose or throat, sore throat, bruising , vision problems, swelling of face or neck, and difficulty breathing or swallowing.