Patient was instructed on ways to manage thirst while on fluid limitations as follows: Being thirsty is very common. This does not mean that your body needs more fluid. You must be careful not to replace the fluid that diuretics have helped your body to get rid of. Sucking on ice chips can help overcome the need to drink. Rinsing your mouth periodically will also contain the feeling of thirst . Freeze fruit juice in [...]

Nurse teaching to educate the patient and caregiver on maintaining adequate level of fluids in the body: Maintain an intake of at least 2.5 liters to 3 liters of fluid every day to keep well hydrated, as fluid is needed for maintaining vital body functions. The intake can be in the form of any fluids, such as water, milk, tea, coffee, juice, soup, or soda. Fluid intake can also be in the form of any [...]

Patient was educated on fluid needs of the body as follows: Fluid is essential for life, as human body is made up of approximately 60% water. Optimum fluid levels are needed for maintaining vital body functions. So, it is important that we replace fluid which is lost through sweat, urine, and breathing. Senior citizens are less sensitive to symptoms of dehydration, such as, thirst, elevation of body temperature, and dizziness and so, ignore these symptoms [...]

Patient was educated on functions of fluids in the body as follows: Maintaining skin integrity and prevention of skin breakdown. Carrying nutrients throughout the body in the blood. Metabolism of dietary nutrients, such as glucose, fat, and protein. Preventing constipation and promoting regular bowel movements. Excretion of waste products and toxins through urine formation. Maintenance of ideal body temperature through sweat formation. Carrying oxygen bound to hemoglobin in the blood to all the vital organs. [...]