Chf patient teaching sheet

    • [PDF File] CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE (CHF) INTERNET PROGRAM FOR PATIENT …

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      Initially, the patient denies that he had any symptoms, and the nurse prods a bit deeper to get the patient to admit to his symptoms. The nurse explains to the learners that the patient has been diagnosed with CHF. She explains what this means and why the patient was diagnosed with the condition.

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    • [PDF File] PATIENT & CAREGIVER EDUCATION Atrial Fibrillation

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      This information describes the causes, symptoms, and treatment of atrial fibrillation (AY-tree-ul fih-bruh-LAY-shun). Atrial fibrillation is also called atrial fib or AFib. Atria (AY-tree-uh) are the upper chambers of your heart. Ventricles (VEN-trih-kulz) are the lower chambers of your heart. Artery (AR-tuh-ree) is a blood vessel (tube) that ...

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    • [PDF File] Living with heart failure - Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada

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      Self-Monitoring Sheet 8 Daily Weight Information 9 Limiting Sodium (Salt) When You Have Heart Failure 11 Limiting Fluid When You Have Heart Failure 13 Managing Potassium in What You Eat 15 Activity Why People with Heart Failure Should Keep “Active” 19 Why People with Heart Failure Should Exercise 21 Medication

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    • [PDF File] Your Heart Failure and Fluid Restriction - University Health …

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      Ask your doctor or nurse practitioner about how much fluid you should have each day. • Often 1 to 2 litres (4 to 8 cups) per day is what is recommended for people with heart failure. Your healthcare team recommends: 1 cup = 250 ml = 8 fluid ounces. 4 cups = 1000 ml = 1 litre = 32 fluid ounces. 6 cups = 1500 ml = 1.5 litres = 48 fluid ounces.

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    • [PDF File] CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS

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      The excess water causes swelling in your feet, ankles, legs and abdomen. The term "Congestive Heart Failure" (CHF) means your heart's poor pumping ability has caused excess fluid to build up in the lungs. • Symptoms of Congestive Heart Failure may include: feeling very tired, shortness of breath during physical activity or when lying in bed ...

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    • [PDF File] Congestive Heart Failure Patient Care Sample Flow Sheet

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      ☐Set goals with patient ☐How to recognize and deal with symptoms ☐Self-weighing ☐Rationale of treatments and importance of adherence ☐Flu vaccination (annual) Date: ... CLINICAL EVALUATION VISIT 1VISIT 2 VISIT 3 VISIT 4 NOTES Congestive Heart Failure Patient Care Sample Flow Sheet 1.844.853.6396 info@doctorcare.ca doctorcare.ca ...

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    • [PDF File] PATIENT & CAREGIVER EDUCATION Empagliflozin - Memorial …

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      This infection may be deadly. Get medical help right away if your genitals or the area between your genitals and rectum becomes tender, red, or swollen, and you have a fever or do not feel well. This drug may raise the risk of lower limb amputations. Toe and foot amputations have happened most often.

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    • [PDF File] Going home with a CADD pump - patient information

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      6. Press the power button to turn on. The display will ask if you want to start a new patient. Select ‘No’. Press ‘Start pump’. Remember to dispose of old batteries safely. If we have given you a rechargeable pack, you should attach this to the power adapter (AC cord) and plug it into a mains plug overnight.

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    • [PDF File] PATIENT & CAREGIVER EDUCATION Semaglutide - Memorial …

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      PATIENT & CAREGIVER EDUCATION Semaglutide This information from Lexicomp explains what you need to know about this medication, including what it’s used for, how to take it, its side effects, and when to call your healthcare provider. Brand Names: US Ozempic (0.25 or 0.5 MG/DOSE); Ozempic (1 MG/DOSE); Ozempic (2 MG/DOSE); …

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    • [PDF File] CHF Patient Education - WPSHC

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      Things you should do are: Reduce the amount of sodium (salt) in your diet. Limit the amount of fluids you drink (water, soup, tea, coffee, etc). Limit the alcohol you drink. Stop smoking. Balance activity with rest – getting regular sleep each night is important, and sometimes a nap during the day is recommended.

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    • [PDF File] What is Heart Failure? - American Heart Association

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      CAD occurs when arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle become narrowed by buildups of fatty deposits called plaque. Heart failure. is a condition that causes the muscle in the heart wall to slowly weaken and enlarge, preventing the heart from pumping enough blood. Weakened muscle prevents left ventricle from pumping enough blood.

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    • [PDF File] PATIENT & CAREGIVER EDUCATION Morphine (Systemic

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      Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Feeling dizzy, sleepy, tired, or weak. Dry mouth. Constipation, diarrhea, stomach pain, upset stomach, throwing up, or decreased appetite. Headache.

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    • [PDF File] Milrinone Patient Education Sheet

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      Milrinone Patient Education Sheet 121815. change in case of electrical outage, and how to troubleshoot any issues that might occur. If your milrinone stops infusing it is possible that you will experience sudden and severe symptoms of heart failure.

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    • [PDF File] HEART FAILURE AND CKD - The National Kidney Foundation

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      Heart failure can be treated by addressing certain causes or risk factors: z High blood pressure: Strains the heart and blood vessels and raises the risk of heart disease. Types of blood pressure medicines can include ACEIs (angiotensin converting enzyme

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    • [PDF File] PATIENT & CAREGIVER EDUCATION Lisinopril - Memorial Sloan …

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      a specific patient. It is not intended to be medical advice or a substitute for the medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment of a health care provider based on the health care provider’s examination and assessment of a patient’s specific and unique circumstances. Patients must speak with a health care Lisinopril 7/8

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    • [PDF File] PATIENT & CAREGIVER EDUCATION Furosemide - Memorial …

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      Brand Names: Canada. APO-Furosemide; BIO-Furosemide [DSC]; Furosemide Special; Lasix Oral; Lasix Special; MINT-Furosemide; PMS-Furosemide [DSC]; PRO-Furosemide; TEVA-Furosemide. Warning. This drug is a strong fluid-lowering drug (diuretic). Sometimes too much water and electrolytes (like potassium) in the blood may be lost.

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    • [PDF File] PATIENT & CAREGIVER EDUCATION Rituximab - Memorial Sloan …

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      Call your doctor right away if you have a fast, slow, or abnormal heartbeat; severe dizziness or passing out; or shortness of breath, a big weight gain, or swelling in the arms or legs. If you are 65 or older, use this drug with care. You could have more side effects. This drug may cause harm to an unborn baby.

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    • [PDF File] PATIENT & CAREGIVER EDUCATION Piperacillin and Tazobactam

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      Get medical help right away if you have signs like red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; red or irritated eyes; sores in your mouth, throat, nose, eyes, genitals, or any areas of skin; fever; chills; body aches; shortness of breath; or swollen glands. Rarely, low blood cell counts have happened with this drug.

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    • [PDF File] Heart Failure: A Guide for Patients, Families and Caregivers

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      Electrocardiogram (EKG) – A picture of the electrical activity of the heart. Echocardiogram (Echo) – An ultrasound (videos) that show the size, shape and function of the heart. The echo also measures your heart’s ejection fraction (EF), which is an estimate of your heart’s pumping strength. A normal EF is 55% or more.

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    • [PDF File] PATIENT & CAREGIVER EDUCATION How to Use Your CADD® …

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      device (if you’re a pediatric patient). 1 pair of medical gloves. 2 alcohol pads. 1 gauze pad. 3. Clean your hands well with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. If you’re washing your hands with soap and water, wet your hands and apply soap. Rub your hands together well for at least 20 seconds, then rinse. Dry your hands with ...

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    • [PDF File] Congestive Heart Failure

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      What is Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)? Heart failure does not mean that the heart has stopped, but that the heart cannot pump the blood well. Better control of your blood pressure and diabetes will help your heart pump more easily. What can it be caused by? • Heart attack • Leaky valves in your heart • High blood pressure • Diabetes

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    • [PDF File] Healthcare Provider: Heart Failure Patient About Heart Failure

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      Make sure the patient has a working scale. Instruct the patient to: Weigh at the same time of day every day, ideally in the morning. Weigh after urinating and before eating. Wear no clothing or the same clothing every day. Always use the same scale in the same spot. Write each day’s weight down in a log.

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