GENESIS
TM
DM MONITOR
Programming/Troubleshooting Guide
P4520EN.04 07/14/2010
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57
Have your ankles been swollen more than usual? (same as Question Number 15)
Swollen ankles may occur with heart and lung conditions. Increased swelling may be related to changes in diet,
medications, or activities. Limiting your salt intake and elevating your feet may be helpful. If swelling continues to
increase, your breathing becomes more difficult, or you develop a cough; contact your health care provider
58
Are you having any difficulty standing or walking? (same as Question Number 16)
Difficulty walking or standing may be caused by medications, weakness, and/or physical pain. Difficulty standing or
walking could also be due to a change in your medical condition; and may increase your risk for falls
59
Are you having any dizziness? (same as Question Number 18)
Dizziness can be caused by many medical conditions. Sudden changes in blood pressure, heart rate or blood sugar can
cause dizziness as can side effects from certain medications. Dizziness, when accompanied by headache or blurred
vision, may indicate a more serious condition which should be discussed with your health care provider
60
Have you developed a cough? (same as Question Number 28)
A newly developed cough may signal a change in your medical condition. If your cough is unrelieved with prescribed
medication or if you develop difficulty breathing contact your health care provider.
61
Have you had a fall in the last day? (same as Question Number 31)
Falls can be a major cause of injury, and can lead to serious complications. Falls may be caused by medications, pain,
weakness, or changes in heart rate or blood pressure or
be accidental. Report any falls to your health care provider, even if it seems like you did not injure yourself.
Reminders
The following chart lists the Reminders offered in the Genesis DM menu.
Question
Number
Reminder Text
101
You have an appointment with your doctor today. Please write down any questions you may have and bring them to
your appointment.
102
You have an appointment with your doctor this week. Please write down any questions you may have and bring them
to your appointment.
103
You have an appointment with your health care provider today. Please write down any questions you may have and
bring them to your appointment.
104
You have an appointment with your health care provider this week. Please write down any questions you may have
and bring them to your appointment.
