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Nurse Teaching on Biological Effects Secondary to Use of Benazepril

Patient was educated on biological effects secondary to use of Benazepril follows: Inhibition of angiotensin converting enzyme leads to reduced formation of active angiotensin, which results in inhibition of narrowing of blood vessels and thereby, result in reduced blood pressure. Inhibition of blood vessel narrowing will lead to more room inside the blood vessel, which allows better blood flow to end organs, such as, heart and kidney. Improving oxygenated blood flow to the end organs [...]

Nurse Teaching on Benazepril and Mechanism of Action

Patient was educated on Benazepril and its mechanism of action as follows: Benazepril inhibits the enzyme, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE), which converts inactive form of angiotensin to active form of angiotensin. Inhibition of ACE leads to reduced formation of active angiotensin, which results in: Inhibition of narrowing or constriction of blood vessels, which results in reduced blood pressure. Reduced aldosterone secretion, resulting in reduced sodium and water retention in the body. Reduced sodium and fluid [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Bactrim-3

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Bactrim as follows: Watch out for any continuing or worsening signs and symptoms of infection, to report to your doctor immediately, so that, a change in plan could be considered. Sulfamethoxazole undergoes hepatic metabolism in the body and is excreted in the urine. Trimethoprim undergoes minimal metabolism in the liver and the rest is excreted in the urine unchanged. Individuals with history of liver and [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Bactrim-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Bactrim as follows: Complete the course of the antibiotic that it was prescribed for. Do not give up on the antibiotic, against your doctor’s recommendation, even if the symptoms of infection are controlled. Observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered. As Bactrim carries the risk for damage to the liver and kidneys, hepatic function could be periodically monitored, to prevent any risk for toxicity. [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Bactrim-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Bactrim as follows: Discuss with your doctor regarding any previous allergic responses you experienced with antibiotics belonging to the sulfa group, such as, Sulfamethoxazole. Allergy to sulfa is a common finding. Patients with history of antibiotic associated diarrhea must be cautious about using Bactrim. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of the same. Report to your doctor regarding any persistent diarrhea, abdominal pain and [...]