Home Health Nurse Corner
browse our collection of Home Health Teaching Guide. (updated regularly)
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Energy Conservation Strategies – p25120057
Skilled nursing visit included education to the patient and caregiver on energy conservation strategies to minimize respiratory distress, including…
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Home Blood Pressure Monitoring – p25120056
Skilled nursing visit included education to the patient on the importance of regularly monitoring blood pressure and accurately recording…
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Blood Pressure Monitoring After Dialysis – 25120041
SN provided education on the importance of monitoring blood pressure and observing for symptoms following dialysis to help prevent…
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Hypertensive Medication Losartan – p25120038
SN provided education to the patient/caregiver about Losartan, a medication prescribed to lower blood pressure and protect kidney health…
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Physical Activity – 18120018
Encouraged patient to participate in daily walking or light exercise based on tolerance. Reviewed how physical activity strengthens the…
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Weight Management Education – 18120020
Educated patient on how losing even a small amount of weight can positively impact Blood Pressure. Reviewed healthy portion…
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Stress Management – 18120019
Reviewed how emotional stress can cause temporary increases in Blood Pressure. Taught patient simple relaxation techniques such as slow…
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Fluid Management – 18120017
Explained the importance of fluid regulation (for hypertension) if recommended by PCP, especially with comorbidity CHF. Reviewed signs of…
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Hypertensive Medication Purpose – 18120012
Reviewed the purpose of antihypertensive medications and how they help lower Blood Pressure over time. Explained that medication must…
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