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Instructed in factors that increase the risk of asthma such as respiratory infection, cold air, emotional stress, allergens (dust, pollens, certain medicine, certain food, etc), environment pollution, exercise and fatigue.
Instructed to keep dressing clean and dry to prevent growth of bacteria.
Instructed patient to begin treatment.
Taught that following safety measures to prevent falls is a measure aimed to preventing/controlling Osteoarthritis.
If you miss a dose of isorsobide mn take it as soon as you remember, but not if it is within 2 hours of the next dose. If it is within 2 hours of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
The patient was instructed in muscular dystrophy in locating correct devices like aids for ambulation and self-care activities. The patient was advised to recognize variations in the home location like bed trapezes, handrails, railed toilet seats, and ramps for wheelchairs. The patient was taught in the good skin care and placing using a bed or a wheelchair. The patient was reviewed in pain controlling methods to deal with chronic pain.
SN advised patient do not use aspirin and other NSAIDs may enhance the risk of excessive bleeding.
SN instructed patient and caregiver on how to change the colostomy bag. SN instructed how to properly closes the bag and explains that there are different types; do not expect to see the same bag always. SN instructed that patient and caregiver have to wash their hands and always use gloves before working on the colostomy area.
Instructed caregiver when to Call the doctor: If you have choking or difficulty breathing during a feeding, stop the feeding and call your doctor immediately.If you cannot unclog your tube, call your doctor immediately.
SN instructed that should be call your doctor right away if you notice any of the following signs and symptoms of an infection: Fever ( this is sometimes the only sign of an infection ), chills and sweats, change in cough or a new cough, sore throat or new mouth sore, shortness of breath, nasal congestion, stiff neck, burning or pain with urination, unusual vaginal discharge or irritation, increased urination, redness, soreness, or swelling in any area, including surgical wounds and ports, diarrhea, vomiting, pain in the abdomen or rectum, new onset of pain.