Pacemaker Teaching 306
PacemakerLast updated November 13, 2017
Last updated November 13, 2017
Instructed patient on how an internal or permanent pacemaker is implanted in the chest wall to control the heartbeat for years.
Instructed patient about how strongly electromagnetic fields, metal detectors or another electronical devices can interfere with pacemaker functioning...
Instructed patient on how the microwave ovens do not pose danger to people with pacemakers, nor do cellular phones if kept at more than 6 inches away ...
The patient was instructed in implantable cardioverter defibrillator the moods and feelings when the device delivers a countershock, a blow, thump, or...
Patient instructed to restrict vigorous activity or lifting heavy objects for a week or two. The incision site is usually completely healed after tw...