diabetic foot care
Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if swelling (especially of the face, lips, tongue or throat) occurs.
Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if rash and/or itching occur.
Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: report immediately to physician, nurse or other health care provider if fever, change in amount or color of sputum and/or increased shortness of breath occur.
SN instructed patient on s/s of infected wound susch as: Thick green or yellow drainage, Foul odor, Redness or warmth around wound, Tenderness of surrounding area, and Swelling.
SN instructed patient to eat a balanced diet and drink fluids, increase protein and take vitamins to promote wound healing.
SN advised patient to take temperature once a day before bedtime, check for bleeding, pus, hardness, swelling, odor and any color change. If any of these are present, please let your nurse or doctor know as soon as possible. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN advised patient to call doctor immediately if any of the following happen: The cast gets wet, damaged, or breaks, skin or nails on the toes below the cast become discolored, such as blue or gray, skin, or toes below the cast are numb, tingling, or cold, the swelling is more than before the cast was put on, bleeding, drainage, or bad smells come from the cast, and severe or new pain occurs. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
Instructed PCA the importance of the patient's skin care, keep the perineal area clean and change
pads and undergarments to prevent odors. Inspect the area regularly.
Skilled Nurse to educate on S/S of wound deterioration or infection such as: increase pain on wound site, swelling, temperature, and discharge.
Instructed the importance of adopting a lifestyle that controls an episode of Abdominal Aneurysm. Taught the patient how to care for the incision and instruct in case of any sign of infection, severe pain in the abdomen providing the name and telephone number of a physician or nurse.