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Pacemaker Precautions-2

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 [...]

Pacemaker Precautions-1

Patient was educated on precautions to take while using pacemaker as follows: Airport Metal Detectors Carry an ID card that indicates your status of having a pacemaker. Usually metal detectors are safe for pacemaker. But, since there is some metal in the pacemaker, be sure to let the security staff at the airport know that you have a pacemaker inserted. Inform any security screeners to avoid holding the metal detector over the pacemaker site for [...]

Nurse Teachings on Caring for Pacemaker Site-2

Patient was instructed on how to care for the pacemaker site as follows: Maintain compliance with the antibiotic prescribed, if you are given one. Consult your doctor for clearance to resume your daily routine. The stress level involved with your occupation, overall health maintenance, and compliance with post procedural instructions will influence the time you should stay away from your work. Notify your doctor to report any of the following Fever and/or chills. Increased pain, [...]

Nurse Teachings on Caring for Pacemaker Site-1

Patient was instructed on how to care for the pacemaker site as follows: Maintain the skin at the site of insertion dry for 48 – 72 hours. Avoid activities like swimming and rigorous sports, until cleared safe by your doctor. Do not scrub this area, while taking a shower. Do not lift arm over the head on the side the pacemaker was inserted for 2 – 3 weeks. Do not lift or push weight more [...]

Instructions for the Appointment Before the Pacemaker Surgery

Patient was educated on the instructions to be followed for the appointment before the pacemaker surgery as follows: Check with your doctor regarding the material used during the surgery, such as, anesthetic agents, antibiotics, pain killers, latex, and tape. Notify your doctor, if you are allergic to the materials planned for the surgery. Pregnant and breast feeding female should notify the doctor on the same before the procedure. Read the consent form carefully and seek [...]