Nursing Interventions: Hiatal Hernia Prepare the patient for diagnostic tests, as needed. Administer prescribed antacids and other medications To reduce intra-abdominal pressure and prevent aspiration, have the patient sleep in a reverse Trendelenburg position with the head of the bed elevated. Assess the patient’s response to treatment. Observe for complications, especially significant bleeding, pulmonary aspiration, […]
Nursing Interventions: Herniated Disk With the patient and doctor, plan a pain control regimen. Encourage the patient to express his concerns about the disorder. Urge the patient to perform as much self-care as his immobility and pain allow. Help the patient identify and perform care and activities that promote rest and relaxation. Use antiembolism stockings, […]
Nursing Interventions: Hepatitis Observe standard precautions to prevent disease transmission. Provide rest periods throughout the day. Schedule treatments and tests so the patient can rest between activities. To help the patient maintain an adequate diet, avoid overloading his tray. Administer supplemental vitamins and commercial feedings, as ordered. Provide adequate fluid intake atleast 4 liters of […]
Nursing Interventions: Hepatic Encephalopathy Promote rest, comfort, and a quiet atmosphere. Instruct the patient to avoid stressful exercise. Administer medications, as ordered. Ask the dietary department to provide specified low-protein diet, with carbohydrates supplying most of the calories. Provide good mouth care, as ordered. Use appropriate safety measures to protect the patient fro injury. Frequently […]
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 […]
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