Nursing Teaching on Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Dilaudid  Nurse educated the patient and caregiver on precautions to be exercised while taking Dilaudid as follows: Dilaudid must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals allergic to other opioid analgesics, such as Hydrocodone, Morphine, and Codeine. Dilaudid slows down the bowel movements heavily and leads to constipation. Increase intake of daily fiber can help the situation and promote regular bowel movements. Any signs and symptoms [...]

Nursing Teaching on Contraindications for Claritin Use Nurse educated the patient and caregiver on contraindications for using Claritin as follows: Do not take Claritin, if you ever manifested any allergic response to intake of Claritin. Discuss your history of allergic response to this medication with your physician, without fail. In the event of any current manifestations of any allergic response with this medication, report it to your physician or other health care personnel immediately, to [...]

Nursing Teaching on Side Effects of Coumadin Use Nurse educated the patient and caregiver on the side effects of using Coumadin as follows: Nausea and vomiting: These are some of the most common side effects of Coumadin. Taking Coumadin with some food can minimize the effects of nausea and vomiting. Anaphylaxis: A rare, but serious anaphylactic response can occur for Coumadin. Patients can present with extreme itching and rash, swelling of the face and throat, [...]

Nursing Teaching on Contraindications for Benazepril Use Nurse educated the patient and caregiver on contraindications for using Benazepril as follows: Liver disease: Benazepril is a drug that is mainly metabolized in the liver. If liver function is deficient, the metabolism of Benazepril can suffer and so, does the function too. Renal disease: Benazepril is mainly eliminated by the kidneys. Individuals with renal disease and diminished renal function cannot eliminate Benazepril normally. So, Benazepril can be [...]

Nursing Teaching on How to Use Brovana Inhalation Solution in a Nebulizer Nurse educated patient and caregiver on how to use Brovana inhalation solution in a nebulizer as follows: Make sure the nebulizer cup and air compressor are clean before using them. Do not mix 2 separate bronchodilator medications into the nebulizer at any given time. Connect the air compressor to an electric outlet. Make sure the vents on the air compressor are not blocked, [...]