Patient was educated on precautions to take at certain work place conditions and when engaging in physical activities as follows:
- Work Place
- Avoid workplaces that use high magnetic fields, such as, power stations and automobile junkyards.
- Turn off large motors, such as cars or boats, when working close to them as they may create a magnetic field.
- Avoid high-voltage or radar machinery, such as radio or television transmitters, electric arc welders, high-tension wires, radar installations, or smelting furnaces.
- Always consult your doctor if you have any questions concerning the use of certain equipment near your pacemaker.
- Physical Activity
- When involved in a physical, recreational, or sporting activity, protect yourself from trauma to the pacemaker. A blow to the chest near the pacemaker can affect its functioning. If you are hit in that area, you may want to see your doctor.
- Always consult your doctor when you feel ill after an activity, or when you have questions about beginning a new activity.
- Always consult your doctor if you have any questions concerning the use of certain equipment near your pacemaker.
