Administer fungal foot sprays Be sure to dry the patient’s feet thoroughly, especially between the toes, and remove dead or thickened skin carefully before applying medicines (sprays / powders / ointments). Teach the client to keep his feet as dry as possible, including the area between the toes. Small pieces of cotton can be placed […]
Asses the patient’s level of discomfort and medicate as prescribed. Teach the patient to apply wet dressings and calamine lotion for soothing and cooling effect on inflamed tissue. Encourage diversional activities such as meditation or listening to soothing music to relieve the stress of the pain of the patient. Teach relaxation techniques, such as deep […]
Encourage bed rest since it reduces myocardial oxygen demand and usually continues until the following criteria are met: > Temperature remains normal without use of salicylates > Resting pulse rate remains less than 100 beats/min > ECG tracings show no manifestations of myocardial damage > Pericardial friction rub is not present Obtain a clear description […]
Keep infected person in isolation until the 5th day of rash. Keep the patient in bed until fever and cough subside. Provide eye care (i.e., clean eyelid, irrigate eye with saline). Protect eyes of patients from glare of strong light as they are apt to be inflamed. Keep the patient in an adequately ventilated room […]
Assessment A thorough assessment of the skin is to be done annually on any individual with fair skin, frequent sun exposure, nevi, blemishes, freckles, skin discolorations, or those who have a history of malignant melanoma or other forms of skin cancer. Collaborate with other healthcare when examining the patient’s skin, ensure that all areas have […]
Monitor vital signs, intake and output and electrolyte levels to determine fluid volume status. Maintain some periods of rest with legs elevated to mobilize edema and ascites. Alternate rest periods with ambulation. To assess fluid retention, measure and record abdominal girth every shift. Weight the patient daily and document his weight. Administer diuretics, potassium and […]
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