Category: Diabetes

Table of Contents Patients Families Medical Staff References Diabetes mellitus is a rather severe group of diseases that may occur in both children and adults. This condition affects the way one’s body uses glucose and may lead to excess sugar in the blood, which typically results in serious health problems (Mayo Clinic Staff, 2020). Due…

General Information Diabetes mellitus type 1, normally known as Type 1 Diabetes, is a type of diabetes that is caused by the lack of insulin resulting from the destruction of insulin-producing cells. Since insulin regulates the amount of glucose in the body, the destruction of the insulin-producing cells subsequently leads to high level of glucose…

Case study A 21-year old female (A.M.) presents to the urgent care clinic with symptoms of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and a fever for 3 days. She states that she has Type I diabetes and has not been managing her blood sugars since she’s been ill and unable to keep any food down. She’s only tolerated…

Table of Contents Introduction Genetic Factors Predictors Environmental Factors Conclusion References Introduction Diabetes is a serious health concern for people of all ages. There are distinct epidemiology, developmental considerations, pathophysiology, and therapy between pediatric-onset diabetes and adults. Nevo-Shenker et al. (2020) observed that the incidence rate of type 1 diabetes globally is rising at a…

Table of Contents Topic Abstract Background Purpose Research Method Review of Literature Implications for Nursing Practice Conclusions References Topic Chronic kidney failure is a complex disorder that affects thousands of people every day. People from impoverished areas such as Haiti are especially vulnerable to the threat. Lacking the financial resources, as well as facing language…

Table of Contents Introduction Rationale and Research Hypothesis Study Design and Sampling Method Intervention Description Findings and Implications for Medical Practice Conclusion References Introduction Healthy eating and following the key guidelines may be some of the most difficult changes to make for people with diabetes. At that, they might need health workers’ guidance and mentorship…

Table of Contents Introduction Criteria to Determine Credibility Analysis of Resources Incorporating Credible Evidence Conclusion References Introduction It might be challenging at times to determine the credibility of resources, especially those from online sources. Nurses providing frontline care have an obligation to stay informed about changes in patient safety practices in their field. In order…

Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion References Introduction The patient under consideration presents with diabetes mellitus and a body mass index (BMI) of 35. He uses basal and rapid-acting insulin, metformin, and statins for glucose and cholesterol control, as well as Lisinopril and steroid cream for hypertension and intermittent eczema. Considering the patient’s BMI, it…

Diabetes mellitus Type II is an endocrine disorder that results from the resistance of tissues to the actions of insulin, inadequate secretion of insulin, and/or the excessive secretion of glucagon. Insufficient insulin discharge and increased hormone tissue resistance lead to poor glucose utilization and consequently hyperglycemia, which refers to high plasma glucose levels beyond the…

Table of Contents Etiology and Pathophysiology Signs and Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Nursing Considerations Reference Etiology and Pathophysiology Type 1 develops when the immune system denatures pancreatic cells and impairs insulin hormone production responsible for glucose regulation. In type 2, the body demonstrates insulin resistance, and the cells do not produce or utilize insulin in the…