pain
Cardiac
Instructed in the use of NTG for chest pain
/pressure. To take at onset of pain
, 1 tablet every 5 minutes, up to 3 tablets over 15 minutes. If not complete relief of pain
after the 3rd tablet, call 911.
Instructed patient about the use of NTG for chest pain
or pressure. Beginning pain
or pressure episode take 1 tablet every 5 minutes, and up to 3 tablets over 15 minutes. If complete pain
relief is not achieved after taking the 3rd tablet, call 911.
SN instructed patient how identify any signs and symptoms of impaired cardiovascular function, symptoms will vary depending on the specific condition. Some conditions, such as type 2 diabetes or hypertension, may initially cause no symptoms at all symptoms will vary depending on the specific condition. However, typical symptoms of an underlying cardiovascular issue include: pain
or pressure in the chest, which may indicate angina, pain
or discomfort in the arms, left shoulder, elbows, jaw, or back, shortness of breath, nausea and fatigue, lightheadedness or dizziness, cold sweat or pressure in the chest, which may indicate angina, pain
or discomfort in the arms, left shoulder, elbows, jaw, or back, shortness of breath, nausea and fatigue, lightheadedness or dizziness, cold sweats. Call your doctor if your present these symptoms. Patient verbalized. Patient is stable need take medication on time follow medication regimen.
Instructed in management of chest pain
, to sit or lie down and rest immediately at onset of pain
, if NTG available to take as instructed and/or call 911.
Instructed patient on management of chest pain
. These steps are to be followed in case of occurrences: sit or lie down and rest immediately at onset of pain
, if NTG available take as instructed and/or call 911.
Instructed patient Eat a heart-healthy diet Eating a healthy diet can reduce your risk of heart disease. A diet rich in fruits,
vegetables and whole grains can help protect your heart. Beans, other low-fat sources of protein and certain types of fish
also can reduce your risk of heart disease. Stop your activity if you feel short of breath, dizzy, or have any pain
in your chest. Do not do any activity
or exercise that causes pulling or pain
across your chest, (such as using a rowing machine, twisting, or lifting weights.
SN to assess cardiovascular status, identify any signs and symptoms of impaired cardiovascular function. SN to instruct patient on disease process, typical symptoms of an underlying cardiovascular issue include: pain
or pressure in the chest, which may indicate angina, pain
or discomfort in the arms, left shoulder, elbows, jaw, or back, shortness of breath, nausea and fatigue, lightheadedness or dizziness, cold sweats
Instructed in how to recognize signs and symptoms of angina such as SOB, chest pain
, anxiety, indigestion, sweating, shortness of breath.
Instructed in the assessment of their chest pain
, including amount, frequency, location, duration and any associated symptoms. Instructed to report these to the health care professional.
Instructed in diagnosis of Angina. This is a temporary lack of oxygenated blood supply to a portion of the heart, causing pain
.