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Signs and Symptoms of Emphysema-2

Patient was instructed upon signs and symptoms of emphysema as follows: Mucus trapped in the airways and damage to the alveoli in the lungs contribute to the chest discomfort, difficulty breathing, poor gas exchange. Reduced gas exchange result in increased carbon dioxide levels in the body and reduced oxygen availability for metabolic needs. This can lead to exacerbation of shortness of breath, low oxygen saturations, episodes of dizziness and confusion, reduced endurance and exercise tolerance, [...]

General Management Measures for Orthostatic Hypotension-5

Patient was educated on management measures for orthostatic hypotension as follows: Wearing compression stockings on the legs and abdominal binders can help prevent increased pooling of blood in the abdominal viscera and large veins of the legs, thus decreasing the chances for sudden drop in blood pressure. Limit or avoid drinking alcoholic beverages. Alcohol increases frequency of urination and leads to low fluid volumes in the body, thus contributing to low blood pressure. Avoid bending [...]

General Management Measures for Orthostatic Hypotension-4

Patient was educated on management measures for orthostatic hypotension as follows: Elevate head of the bed to 20 degrees, to prevent significant drop in blood pressure during a position change. Individuals with history of congestive heart failure, bradycardia, and episodes of myocardial infarction must be compliant with their medication intake, to prevent progression or deterioration of their health condition. Any exacerbation of episodes of dizziness and confusion, secondary to change in position should be promptly [...]

Management Measures for Varicose Veins-4

Patient was instructed regarding management measures for varicose veins as follows: Using OTC anti-inflammatory medications, such as, ibuprofen, can help reduce the pain and discomfort caused by the inflammation of veins and promote comfort. Rest with feet elevated in bed during the night, using 4 pillows under your ankles, to help increase venous return to the heart and empty the veins in the legs. This can reduce accumulation of blood and prevent distention of veins. [...]

Management Measures for Varicose Veins-3

Patient was instructed regarding management measures for varicose veins as follows: Wearing compression stockings can help squeeze the leg muscles and promote blood flow up along the veins of lower extremities. You can have the stockings on for the whole day and get them off before going to bed in the night, to have them back on again before getting out of bed in the morning. These stockings offer graduated compression, with the strongest pressure [...]