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Bone Cancer Teaching 1379

The patient was instructed in bone cancer that has undergone extremity save that he or she will no recover preoperative manner and will be partially disabled.

Bone Marrow Teaching 1380

The patient was instructed in bone marrow harvest to keep the sites clean and covered with a bandage for 3 days.

Arixtra Teaching 1387

SN advised patient and caregiver that arixtra can cause fever or anemia. Both of them verbalized understanding of instructions given.

Appendectomy Teaching 1389

Taught the patient how to care of wound and dressing changes. The patient was instructed to care for drains if he/she was discharged with them. The patient was advised to avoid lifting anything over 10 pounds for the first 6 weeks.

Cough Teaching 1395

The patient was instructed in chest trauma flail chest how to splint the chest when coughing to avoid pain. The patient was encouraged to review upper respiratory infection, shortness of breath, persistent cough, and persistent chest pain.

Cholelithiasis Teaching 1397

The patient was instructed in choleclithiasis, cholecystitis in catheter care. The patient was taught how to empty the bag. The patient was encouraged the need to decrease dietary fat and cholesterol.

Cirrhosis Teaching 1398

The patient was instructed in cirrhosis to avoid using soap. The patient was advised to use moisturizers and antipruritic lotions. The patient was reviewed to minimize the risk of bleeding by not straining during defecation, blowing the nose forcefully, or using razor blades or hard-bristled toothbrushes. The patient was recommended the importance of abstaining from alcohol.

Colorectal Cancer Teaching 1399

The patient was instructed in colorectal cancer in the care of the surgical dressing, explaining how to inspect the incision. The patient was advised in maintaining regular bowel movements, eat a high-fiber, low-fat diet, and avoid constipation.

Valgus Teaching 1409

The patient was instructed in bunion hallux valgus in the importance of proper footware. The patient was advised in the proper application of felt rings or pads and other orthoses.

Bunionectomy Teaching 1410

The patient was instructed in bunionectomy in the importance of wearing an immobilization device cast, or bunion boot for 3 to 6 weeks after surgery. The patient was advised to rest frequently with feet elevated. The patient was recommended to wear flat, wide-toed shoes and sandals after the dressing or cast is removed.