Management of some common complications Hypoglycemia <65 – dizziness, confusion, weakness, tremors. <40 – coma, seizures, irreversible brain damage. Treat with quickly absorbed glucose – orange juice, soft drinks, glucose tablets (15-20g), cake icing applied to the inside of the mouth. Hyperglycemia Blood glucose >130. Dangerous when symptomatic, but must be identified and treated to [...]
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OUTLINE: I. What is diabetes? II. Definition of diabetes III. Signs/symptoms IV. Prevalence of diabetes V. Complications of diabetes A. Heart and blood vessel disease B. High blood pressure C. Blindness D. Kidney disease E. Foot ulcers F. Nervous system disease G. Amputations H. Dental disease I. Complications of pregnancy J. Impotence K. Other complications [...]
PURPOSE: To update health care professionals on the risks, complications and management of diabetes. OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this program the learner will be able to: • Explain the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes • Name 5 complications of diabetes. • Identify the most important intervention in the care of the diabetic. [...]
Purpose and Objectives Outline References Test What is diabetes? Diabetes mellitus is a chronic health condition in which the body is unable to produce adequate insulin to properly break down sugar (glucose) in the blood. Symptoms include hunger, thirst, excessive urination, dehydration and weight loss. Over time, diabetes can lead to heart and blood vessel [...]