healthy diet
Diseases Process
Instructed in management and control such as diet as prescribed by MD, adequate hydration 1000-2000cc 24 hours if not contraindicated, importance of high protein (meat, legumes, eggs, daily), iron and vitamin supplements if indicated.
Instructed in measures to decrease risk of angina pectoris: exercise regularly, take regular rest periods, eat small frequent meals, dress warmly in cold weather, take medications as prescribed, eat diet high in fiber and others.
Instructed in measures to control rheumatoid arthritis such as adequate exercise, proper diet, stress control, pain control, physical or occupational therapy, self-help devices, emotional support and others.
Instructed in measures to prevent constipation: increasing fluids, eating a diet high in fiber, and avoiding foods with sugars (pasta, pastries, cheese, rice, etc.).
Instructed in measures to prevent or manage bronchitis such as getting adequate rest, eating a well-balanced diet, and avoiding all respiratory irritants (smoke, dust, air pollution, etc.).
Instructed in measures important in management of diabetes mellitus: follow prescribed diabetic diet, see physician, dentist, and eye doctor regulary, take medications as ordered, exercise regularly.
Instructed in measures to control hypertension such as control stress, decrease cholesterol and sodium diet, take medication exactly as prescribed, etc.
Instructed in risk factors associated with heart disease, including smoking, family history, hypertension, stress and diet.
Instructed in the importance of decreased fluid intake and emphasize the removal of accumulated fluids should be implemented when applicable and adherence to therapeutic diet to prevent cardiac overload. Tracking your fluid intake and following the fluid intake guidelines from your doctor will also help.
Instructed patient on measures to control hypertension, such as, control stress, decrease cholesterol and sodium in the diet, take medication exactly as prescribed, etc.