Create a medication profile worksheet.

Instruct on side effects of medication.

Review all medication for contraindications and interactions.

Customize a realistic medication schedule.

Emphasize site rotation & cleanliness prior to discharge.

Assess home environment.

Coordination of care with respect to DME, Private Duty, Social Services, etc.

Instruct on foot care.

Make recommendation for DPM.

Instruct on prevention of renal and dental problems.

Instruct on proper vision care and regular follow ups/check ups with Opthamologist.

Low-vision rehabilitation: For those patients diagnosed with low vision impairment, our Occupational Therapist will help develop a program to assist the patient become independent with necessary activities of daily living.

Teach patient/caregiver the proper discard of biomedical waste.

Assess patient’s attitude about managing disease.

Instruct on coping skills to manage disease process and maintain compliance.

Assess the response to treatment/intervention. Community

Describe how and where supplies can be obtained.

Coordinate contact with support groups if necessary.

Describe importance of seeing PCP and other healthcare providers regularly.