Procedures

Arthroscopy Teaching 1368

The patient was encouraged importance of keeping the extremity elevated above heart level on firm pillows and the need for applying ice bags to the su...

Arterial Revascularization Teaching 1366

The patient was instructed to stop any anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications 1 week before the arterial revascularization surgery. The patient was...

Amputation Teaching 1361

Advised the patient receives complete instructions in the care of the prosthesis. Instructed patient how to apply the elastic sleeve or wrap the stump...

Adrenalectomy Teaching 1357

Taught the patience not to wear tight clothing (belts) over the incision. Encourage the importance of not discontinuing the steroid medication that c...

Abdominal Surgery Teaching 1355

Instructed patient how to change the dressings and how to care for the tubes and drains. Recommend to splint the abdomen when coughing or sneezing.

Colostomy Teaching 1315

SN instructed patient that too much of any food can cause problems; eat moderate amounts and slowly to allow proper chewing and digestion. If a new f...

Colostomy Teaching 1314

SN instructed patient to should eat three or more times a day. Small frequent meals may be better tolerated and produce less gas.

Colostomy Teaching 1313

SN instructed patient that to reduce diarrhea, omit fiber and bulk from your meals and eat foods that thicken your stools, such as white rice, applesa...

Colostomy Teaching 1311

SN instructed patient to drink more water and fruit juices, up to six to eight glasses per day. Include fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet, as w...

Colostomy Teaching 1310

SN instructed patient to drink 2 to 3 quarts of water a day. This helps to keep the stool fluid, and it also prevents dehydration.