Procedures

Ostomy Care Teaching 2592

Instructed patient Call your doctor or nurse call line now or seek immediate medical care if: You are vomiting.You have new or worse belly pain.You ha...

Wound Care Teaching 2591

Instructed patient keep the sore covered with a special dressing. This protects against infection and helps keep the sore moist so it can heal.

Wound Care Teaching 2590

Instructed patient DO NOT massage the skin near or on the ulcer. This can cause more damage. DO NOT use donut-shaped or ring-shaped cushions. They red...

Wound Care Teaching 2589

Instructed patient take care of your health. Eat healthy foods. Getting the right nutrition will help you heal. Lose excess weight.Get plenty of sleep...

Wound Care Teaching 2588

Instructed patient avoid slipping or sliding as you move positions. Try to avoid positions that put pressure on your sore.

Wound Care Teaching 2580

Instructed patient eat healthy foods. Getting the right nutrition will help you heal.Lose excess weight. Get plenty of sleep.Ask your provider if it's...

Glucose meters Teaching 2571

SN Instructed on Glucometer testing: Clean your hands and sampling area. Use hot water and soap to wash your hands. Clean the finger you’re going to p...

PleurX Drainage Teaching 2568

Instructed patient you should contact your doctor immediately if you believe your catheter is infected. Redness (erythema), warmth to touch, swelling ...

PleurX Drainage Teaching 2567

Instructed patient about if your drainage is a little less each time you drain and the current amount of drainage is much smaller than previously, the...

PleurX Drainage Teaching 2566

SN instructed patient any change in the appearance of the fluid should be reported to your doctor. Patient verbalized understanding.