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Instructed in the importance of restricting sodium intake. Advised to use salt substitutes (if permitted by MD) by seasoning food with condiments such as lemon, parsley, cinnamon, etc.
Instructed in S/S of hypoglycemia, including cold sweat, shaking, blurred vision, faintness, hunger, headache, confused thinking and impatience. Instructed if these S/S occur to take fast acting sugar, such as orange juice with sugar or glucose tablets.
Instructed patient about complications of diarrhea, such as, dehydration, electrolyte imbalance or anal excoriation.
Instructed on the importance of notifying physician, nurse or other health care provider immediately if chest pain and/or change in the amount of urine occur.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of activity intolerance in response to physical activity, such as: shortness of breath and/or increased weakness, among others.
Taught that gradually increasing exercise with planned, scheduled rest periods, is a measure aimed to increasing tolerance in response to increased physical activity.
Isosorbide is used to prevent chest pain (angina) and reduce strain on the heart in patients with heart disease (coronary artery disease). Isosorbide mononitrate relaxes and widens blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. This medication may also be used in addition to other drugs to improve the symptoms of congestive heart failure (e.g., trouble breathing).
Patient instructed on stress avoidance techniques such as: listening to relaxing music, meditation, distracting oneself from the stressor/s, and to engage in immersive yet relaxing activities.
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.
Skilled nurse performed PICC line dressing change , prepare to change your dressing in a sterile (very clean) way , Remove the dressing and check patient's skin, clean the area and catheter, place a new dressing, Tape the catheter to secure it and write down the date you changed your dressing.