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Measures to Prevent Development of Pulmonary Embolism

Patient was educated on measures to prevent development of pulmonary embolism as follows: Regular exercising the lower extremities can prevent stagnation of blood in the lower extremities, which is a major contributor towards formation of DVT and PE. In situations of prolonged bedbound status, ask your doctor about recommendation for use of sequential compression device on your legs. These devices wrapped around the legs like sleeves and their alternative inflation and deflation with air can [...]

Pulmonary Embolism

Patient was educated on pulmonary embolism as follows: Pulmonary embolism is a condition that arises from sudden blockage of a blood vessel in the lung, secondary to a clot formation. The most common cause of blood clot formation in the body is a deep vein thrombosis, where clots form in the deep veins of the lower extremities. These blood clots can sometimes break loose in the veins of the legs and get carried by the [...]

Disinfection of Nebulizer

Patient was educated on the process to disinfect a nebulizer as follows: Nebulizer parts are disinfected every other day. Nebulizer cup and mouthpiece can either be left in boiling water for 10 minutes or soak the parts in a mixture of one part of vinegar and three parts of hot water for an hour or two. The extra water is shaken off. The parts can either be air dried or the nebulizer parts could be [...]

Nebulizer Maintenance

Patient was educated on the process to maintain a nebulizer as follows: Nebulizer parts are detached and cleaned after every single use. The nebulizer cup and mouthpiece are cleansed using mild soap and warm water and rinse with water. The extra water is shaken off. The parts can either be air dried or the nebulizer parts could be assembled back and the air compressor turned on, which can help the parts dry quickly. The oxygen [...]

How to Use a Nebulizer

Patient was educated on the process to use a nebulizer as follows: There are 4 parts to a nebulizer. Air compressor Oxygen tubing Nebulizer cup Mouthpiece Make sure the nebulizer cup and air compressor are clean before using them. Connect the air compressor to an electric outlet. Make sure the vents on the air compressor are not blocked, to facilitate necessary airflow into the compressor. The oxygen tubing is the tube that helps with transporting [...]