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Hemolytic Anemia Teaching 1454

The patient was instructed in hemolytic anemia the need to evade aspects that quick hemolytic emergency like infection, trauma, chemicals, and toxic drug reactions. The patient was advised the need for a well-balanced diet that is rich in iron and protein. The patient was reviewed to evade fatty foods. The patient was recommended to maintain hydration position.

Hemorrhoidectomy Teaching 1457

The patient was instructed in hemorrhoidectomy the necessity to use rectal packing or perianal dressings. The patient was instructed to get appropriate supplies like dressings and perineal pads to protect clothing from post-operative discharge. The patient was advised to sit on thick foam pillows or pads. The patient was encouraged the importance of perianal hygiene at all times. The patient was encouraged that proper hygiene helps prevent infection. The patient was instructed to wipe moderately after a bowel movement.

Leukemia Teaching 1472

The patient was instructed leukemia in the importance of evading persons who are supposed of having infection, large multitudes, keep good personal hygiene, maintain good oral hygiene.

Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Teaching 1477

The patient was instructed in lymphoma malignant in the importance of evading wound and pain which can cause hurting and bleeding. The patient was advised to evading large multitudes and persons supposed of having an active infection. The patient was recommended to follow the chemotherapy routine.

Pernicious Anemia Teaching 1501

The patient was instructed in pernicious anemia (hyperchromic macrocytic anemia) that the debilitated disorder may incline the patient to infection. The patient was advised in the importance of evading large multitudes and persons who have or are supposed of having infections. The patient was instructed in the importance of taking vitamin B12 on a lifelong basis.

Pyelonephritis Teaching 1508

The patient was instructed in pyelonephritis in the need of stopping repeated urinary tract infection. The patient was advised to keep the perineal area clean and dry. The patient was taught the method of finding midstream urine samples.

Teaching 1519

Infection control measures and proper hand washing techniques. Hand washing has to be done to prevent the growth of microorganisms on the nails, hands, and forearms. When hands are visibly dirty or contaminated with proteinaceous material or are visibly soiled with blood or other body fluids, wash hands with soap and water, if hands are not visibly soiled, use an alcohol-based hand rub for routinely decontaminating hands. Wash hands before eating and after using a restroom. Wash hands for at least 15 seconds, covering all surfaces of the hands and fingers, rinse hands with water and dry thoroughly with a disposable towel, use towel to turn off the faucet, use hand lotions or creams to minimize the occurrence of irritant contact dermatitis associated with hand antisepsis or hand washing.

Catheter Teaching 1556

Instructed patient about your Foley catheter daily Care: Always wash your hands before and after
doing catheter care. Use soap and warm water. Keep your skin and catheter clean. Clean the skin
around your catheter at least once each day. Clean your skin area and catheter after every 
bowel movement. These will help prevent a bladder or kidney infection and will keep you more
comfortable.

Pacemaker Teaching 1573

Patient instructed to restrict vigorous activity or lifting heavy objects for a week or two. The incision site is usually completely healed after two or three weeks. During this initial period you should watch for signs of bleeding or infection, such as swelling, increased redness or worsening pain, and let your doctor know if any of these signs occur. You will need to have your pacemaker checked periodically to see whether it is functioning normally and to make sure its battery has plenty of energy. Usually, these pacemaker checks are done by telephone every month or two (using a special device your doctor will give you for telephone follow-up), and by visits to your doctor's office once or twice a year.

Nausea Teaching 1581

Instructed Caregiver A.L.F's staff give a patient the new medication with a full glass of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for at least 10 minutes after taking this medication Continue to take this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may result in a return of the infection. Some side effects may occur such as Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor, Rn, or pharmacist promptly