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SN instructed patient and caregiver that a sudden physical exertion may constitute as a precipitating factor of Angina Pectoris. Angina occurs when one or more of the coronary arteries become narrowed or blocked. Not be discouraged from exercising, but start slowly and do it regularly. Both patient and caregiver verbalized understanding.
SN instruced patient and PCG to rise slowly from a sitting/supine position while taking this drug because Forteo may cause orthostatic hypotension. Patient should sit or lie down if symptoms occurs.
SN advised patient to report severe diarrhea and consult healthcare professional prior to taking anti-diarrhea medicine. Other superinfection signs/symptoms should be reported as well. Patient and PCG verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN instructed patient on adverse effects of ceftriaxone (diarrhea, vomiting, erythema, and stevens-Johnson syndrome). Patient and PCG verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN instructed patient/PCG on aspiration as the most common complication related to tube feeding. SN explained that this occurs when food is actually inhaled into the lungs (can lead to pneumonia), but if patient is kept upright during feeding, this complication can be greatly minimized.
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 explained to patient that Lovenox has to be administer by deep subcutaneous injection with patient lying down.
SN explained to patient that Lovenox may cause edema, diarrhea, hematoma, confusion, pain, dyspnea, or fever. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN advised patient to avoid concurrent anticoagulants, such as NSAID's and aspirin without healthcare professional approval. Patient verbalized understanding of instructions given.
SN advised patient to report severe diarrhea and consult healthcare professional prior to taking anti-diarrhea medicine while on Rocephin. Patient/PCG verbalized understanding of instructions given.