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Instructed in use of Lanoxin to strengthen the heart by slowing and regulating its rhythm.
Instructed patient on how important is to understand that a diabetic diet is not a restrictive diet, on the contrary it is a healthy, nutrient enriched diet, low in calories and fat.
Instructed patient on measures to control hypertension, such as, control stress, decrease cholesterol and sodium in the diet, take medication exactly as prescribed, etc.
Instructed patient about the importance of decreasing fluid intake when applicable and adherence to therapeutic diet to prevent cardiac overload.
Taught that observing joint protection principles is a measure aimed to controlling/managing Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Instructed on some factors that may increase the risk of exacerbating Epilepsy, such as: trauma, tumors and high fever, among others.
Instructed patient if your trach tube comes out Don’t panic! Stay calm. Your stoma will stay open. If you do not know how to put the tube back in or you can’t get it in, have someone take you to the nearest Emergency Department, or go to your family doctor’s office. Take your extra trach tube with you.
Instructed patient about Midline activities to avoid do not lift heavy items or do very hard exercise, such as shoveling. Do not use sharp objects near the catheter to avoid cutting or damaging it. Remind caregivers not to check your blood pressure or give needles in the arm where the catheter is placed.
Instructed patient call your doctor or nurse if: You have chest pain or shortness of breath that does not go away when you rest. You have pain in and around your incision that does not continue to get better at home.Your pulse feels irregular it is very slow (fewer than 60 beats a minute) or very fast (over 100 to 120 beats a minute).
Instructed patient / caregiver having a stoma is a major event and patients can become very anxious and depressed. Adequate counseling is vital and this may need to include mental health specialists.