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NURS 120
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Medicine
Date
Dec 16, 2024
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- Every kg lost, =1 mm Hg Salty 6: Lunch meat, bread, pizza, soups, sandwiches with alot of bread, cheese. 5. J.G. is prescribed medication to manage his hypertension. What is a common side effect of many blood pressure medications to advise him about and what instructions should you give him to manage this side effect? One of the major side effects to watch out for is Orthrostatic hypotension. When this occurs it may be necessary to change the dosage or decrease the dose. It will be important to teach the pt of the side effects to look out for (dizziness, faint) and to check his bp. Another side effects of antihypertensive medication include e-lyte imbalance, therefore will advise regarding changing positions slowly, driving, and climbing stairs, especially when first starting medication. Orthos: Systolic by 20 Diastolic by 10 HR will increase 6. Outline topics to include in a teaching plan for J.G. - teach patient to report manifestations of e-lyte imbalances - ensure pt understands importance of adherence to medication regimen even if there are no manifestations of HTN - teach about medications and adverse effects - schedule regular appointments to monitor HTN and CV status with PCP; monitor BP at home as well before taking medication - older clients are at higher risk of orthostatic HTN - teach about lifestyle modifications regarding nutritions, weight reduction and maintenance; genetics are non-modifiable 7. J.G. asks you if he “does all this” if he will be able to stop taking the medication for his blood pressure. How would you respond? - In some cases yes, but overall no. Do not stop abruptly as this will result in a rapid increase of BP, he will need to be weaned off the drugs and complete routine BP checks to ensure it is lower.
