patient-unable
HTN-stroke
Instructed patient about the causes of a stroke: a lack of blood flow to the brain leading to loss of brain function.
Instructed patient that every day his/her blood pressure is too high, the chances of having a stroke increases.
SN instructed patient on s/s of htn crisis, while seeking immediate medical attention for chest pain.
Instructed patient that the most commonly reported side effects of Amlodipine (which is used to treat HTN) include: headache, edema, rash, fatigue, and dizziness. Check with MD or HH nurse if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome: acid or sour stomach, belching, heartburn, indigestion, lack or loss of strength, muscle cramps, sleepiness or unusual drowsiness, and stomach discomfort, upset, or pain.