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Nurse Teaching on Pathophysiology of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Patient was educated on pathophysiology of deep vein thrombosis as follows: Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition, when blood clots form in the deep veins of the body, secondary to slow blood flow and changes in the thickness of blood. Bilateral lower extremities and lower parts of the body below the heart level are more prone for formation of these clots, as venous blood flow in these body parts is sluggish, in comparison to [...]

Errors While Using Cuff of Inappropriate Size

Patient was educated on the errors in blood pressure readings that can be caused due to inappropriate cuff size as follows: An appropriate sized cuff must be placed about one inch above the bend of elbow, with no clothing on the arm that is supported and relaxed at the heart level, to get an ideal reading of blood pressure. When the size of your arm gets closer to the upper and lower end of the [...]

Nurse Teaching on Size of the Cuff

Nurse instructed the patient and caregiver on how to decide the size of the cuff as follows: Always, using a blood pressure cuff that is appropriate for your size arm is mandatory to have a correct reading on your blood pressure numbers. Before buying a cuff, measure your arm around the middle of the upper arm, on the limb you intend to take your blood pressure reading. The general rule is that the size of [...]

Size of the Cuff

Patient was educated on how to decide the size of the cuff as follows: Always, using a blood pressure cuff that is appropriate for your size arm is mandatory to have a correct reading on your blood pressure numbers. Before buying a cuff, measure your arm around the middle of the upper arm, on the limb you intend to take your blood pressure reading. The general rule is that the size of your arm should [...]

Post Op Pacemaker Appointment

Patient was instructed on post op pacemaker appointment as follows: You must make an appointment 1 to 2 weeks after implantation of the pacemaker to inspect the surgical incision to make sure it is well healed. Again, be sure to call if there are any concerns about the appearance of the surgical site. During the 6 to 8-week post-operative appointment, the incision will be done to ensure the pacemaker is functioning properly. The pacemaker will [...]