Nursing Interventions: Hemorrhoids Administer local anesthetic as prescribed. As needed, provide warm sitz baths or cold compresses to reduce local pain, swelling, and information. Provide the patient with high fiber diet and encourage adequate fluid intake and exercise to prevent constipation. Monitor the patient’s pain level and the effectiveness of the prescribed medications. Check for […]
Nursing Interventions: Hemophilia Provide emotional support, and listen to the patient’s fear’s and concerns. If the patient has surface cuts or epistaxis, apply pressure. Give the deficient clotting factor or plasma, as ordered. Apply cold compress or ice bags and raise the injured part. To prevent recurrence of bleeding, restrict activity for 48 hours after […]
Nursing Interventions: Heart Failure Place the patient inn Fowler’s position and give supplemental oxygen, as ordered. Organize all activities to provide maximum rest periods. To prevent deep vein thrombosis due to vascular congestion, assist the patient with range-of-motion exercises. Weigh the patient daily to help detect fluid retention and observe for peripheral edema. Assess the […]
Nursing Interventions: Fibromyalgia Syndrome Monitor the patient’s sensory disturbances and level of pain. Monitor for any adverse reactions to the medication given. Exercise can be helpful in maintaining muscle conditioning, improving energy, and possibly, improving sleep quality. Teach the patient how to do stretches safely and effectively and encourage her to perform them regularly. The […]
Nursing Interventions: Esophageal Diverticula If the patient regurgitates food and mucus, protect the patient from aspiration by positioning him with his head elevated or turned to one side. If the patient has dysphagia, record well tolerated foods and note circumstances that ease swallowing. Administer ordered antacids nad provide antireflux care. Regularly assess the patient’s nutritional […]
Nursing Interventions: Escherichia Coli Replace fluids and electrolytes as needed. Use proper hand-washing technique. Clean the perianal area and lubricate after each episode of diarrhea. give nothing by mouth, administer antibiotics as ordered, and maintain body warmth. Keep accurate intake and output records. Measure stool volume and note the presence of blood and pus. Monitor […]
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