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Life-style Measures to be Observed in Individuals with History of Dilated Cardiomyopathy-3

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding life-style measures to be observed with dilated cardiomyopathy as follows: Observe compliance with recommendations for heart healthy diet and fluid volume intake limitations, if any. Limit sodium intake to no more than 2 grams or 2000 mg per day. Make healthy food choices that are low in saturated and trans fats. Individuals with history of co-existing diabetes must observe compliance with dietary intake and calorie recommendations made. Observe compliance with close [...]

Life-style Measures to be Observed in Individuals with History of Dilated Cardiomyopathy-2

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding life-style measures to be observed with dilated cardiomyopathy as follows: Fluid back-up into the lungs in individuals with cardiomyopathy can lead to fluid retention in the chest, difficulty in gas exchange in the lungs, poor oxygen pick-up, and exacerbation of shortness of breath. Observe compliance with log maintenance of everyday oxygen saturation readings. Report to your physician regarding any oxygen saturations consistently below 90. Oxygen dependent individuals must observe compliance with [...]

Life-style Measures to be Observed in Individuals with History of Dilated Cardiomyopathy-1

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding life-style measures to be observed with dilated cardiomyopathy as follows: Reduced output of blood from the heart, in individuals with dilated cardiomyopathy, can result in low blood pressure and hypotensive symptoms of dizziness and lightheadedness. Observe compliance with log maintenance of everyday blood pressure and heart rate readings. Report to your physician regarding any consistent systolic readings below 90 and above 160. Report consistent diastolic readings below 60 and above 90. [...]

Measures to be Followed to Prevent Worsening of Dilated Cardiomyopathy-3

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding measures to prevent worsening of dilated cardiomyopathy as follows: Observe compliance with intake of anti-arrhythmic medications. Keep a close watch and report to your physician regarding any worsening signs and symptoms of arrhythmia, such as, fluttering in the chest, racing or abnormally slow heartbeat, poorly felt pulse, dizziness, any episodes of loss of consciousness, chest pain and/or discomfort, and altered levels of consciousness. Be aware of risk factors for clot formation, [...]

Measures to be Followed to Prevent Worsening of Dilated Cardiomyopathy-2

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding measures to prevent worsening of dilated cardiomyopathy as follows: Observe compliance with log maintenance of everyday weight recording. Keep a close watch on the severity of pedal edema and other signs of fluid retention, such as, abdominal bloating, facial puffiness, and acute weight gain. Observe compliance with intake of diuretic medications prescribed, if any. Any acute increase of weight, more than 2 pounds in 2 consecutive days or more than 5 [...]