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1258 teachingsCholesterol Teaching 2528Diseases ProcessPatient instructed uncontrollable risk factors for high cholesterol are age, family history, and gender. Instructed risk factors that he can control are weight, diet, and activity. Instructed patient to maintain ideal weight, avoid foods high in cholesterol an...Shortness of Breath Teaching 2523Diseases ProcessInstructed what can you do to manage shortness of breath (SOB) share your feelings shortness of breath can make you feel worried and anxious. Share your feelings with family, friends and your health care team. Use abdominal breathing when walking up slopes, cl...Shortness of Breath Teaching 2522Diseases ProcessInstructed what can you do to manage shortness of breath (SOB) do things in ways that use less energy sit down when doing chores and getting dressed. Rest as much as you need to. Avoid heavy lifting. Carry things at your waist or hold them close to your chest....
Shortness of Breath Teaching 2521Diseases ProcessInstructed what can you do to manage shortness of breath (SOB) change your environment avoid things that can cause shortness of breath like smoking, perfume, flowers and pets. Open a window or use a fan to get fresh air if the weather is good. Stay inside when...Shortness of Breath Teaching 2520Diseases ProcessInstructed what can you do to manage shortness of breath (SOB) use devices to help you save your energy some devices can help to cut down on the work your body needs to do in order to breath. Use pillows to raise your head when lying down. Use a reclining chai...Shortness of Breath Teaching 2519Diseases ProcessInstructed what can you do to manage shortness of breath (SOB) be active even if you have severe lung problems, you can do small amounts of exercise. Take it slowly and use abdominal breathing as much as possible. Increase the amount of exercise you do little ...Shortness of Breath Teaching 2518Diseases ProcessInstructed what can you do to manage shortness of breath (SOB) make lifestyle changes take your medications as prescribed there are some medications that can help shortness of breath. You may need oxygen if your oxygen level is low. Your health care team will ...Tracheostomy Teaching 2517Diseases ProcessInstructed patient how do I care for my skin around my trach tube. Clean your skin at least once each day. You may need to clean it more often if you cough up a lot of thick mucus. You may need someone to help you clean your skin. Wash your hands and put on gl...Tracheostomy Teaching 2516Diseases ProcessInstructed patient how can I prevent infections. Keep your mouth clean. Saliva and mucus contain germs that cause infection if they enter your airway. Brush your teeth twice a day. Suction your mouth as needed. Use a mouth wash twice a day or as directed. Take...Tracheostomy Teaching 2515Diseases ProcessInstructed patient how can I prevent infections. Wash your hands. Always wash your hands before and after you care for your trach. Clean your trach equipment as directed. Use clean or sterile trach care methods to clean your equipment. Clean the area around yo...
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