Category: Diabetes

Table of Contents Introduction Evidence-Based Guidelines Medication Expectation Side Effects Education Conclusion References Introduction The prevalence of type II diabetes mellitus is anticipated to rise gradually with aging and decreased life expectancy. Among older adults, there are numerous unanswered questions regarding the management of diabetes mellitus, and this calls for individualized treatment (Marín-Peñalver et al.,…

Type 2 diabetes is a current-day epidemic. Affecting more than 370 million adults worldwide (26 million people in the United States), it is one of the most critical health issues (Pratley, 2013). However, the growing number of those suffering from the disease, as well as people with a pre-diabetic condition, is even more challenging compared…

Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion References Introduction Diabetes is a widespread health issue with several serious adverse effects on the individual. This disease is characterized by a metabolic disorder and has a manifestation in the form of an increase in blood sugar levels. In this aspect, increasing glucose levels is critical because it damages…

Table of Contents Introduction Epidemiology and Influences Risks and Interventions Interprofessional References Introduction Type-2 diabetes has become an increasingly prevalent health issue in the United States. Population health trends demonstrate earlier onset as early as adolescence and young adulthood and continue to adversely impact health throughout the adult lifespan. Evidence suggests that early-onset type-2 diabetes…

Table of Contents Causes of Diabetes Insipidus Treatment Pathophysiology Patient Education References Causes of Diabetes Insipidus The lack of sufficient antidiuretic hormone (ADH)in the body results in diabetes insipidus. Genetic inheritance, brain tumors, head injuries, meningitis, blood vessel complications, and stroke are some of the factors associated with the development of diabetes insipidus. The hormone…

Table of Contents Introduction Article summary Conclusion Reference Introduction The article explores a study conducted by Johnson, Copper, Jones, and Davis (2013) to determine the long-term effect of using insulin pump therapy in the treatment of type 1 diabetes in children. The aim of the study was to determine the impact of insulin therapy pump…

Introduction Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic illness marked by hyperglycemia which derives from insulin action or insulin secretion deficiency. Chronic hyperglycemia may lead to such long-term harm as dysfunction or failure of the organs. Most frequently, diabetes impacts kidneys, nerves, eyes, blood vessels, and heart (American Diabetes Association, 2010). In the process of diabetes development,…

Table of Contents Introduction Low-Income Population’s Access to Healthy Foods Poverty and Low Affordability of Medicines Prevalence of Diabetes in Low-Income Pregnant Women Poor Effect of Interventions on the Target Population Group Conclusion References Introduction Diabetes mellitus is one of the most common diseases in the USA, which has a high prevalence and leads to…

Table of Contents Legal Considerations Information Collection Information Lifecycle References Currently, diabetes mellitus is one of the most common non-communicable diseases in the world. This factor threatens the entire population of the planet. Diabetes is characterized by a long duration and slow progression. This is a chronic disease that affects how the body converts food…

Food and Nutrient Intake and Assessment In type 1 diabetes therapy, nurses monitor the quantity and quality of food that patients consume in their diet. Health workers also analyze the drinks consumed and the diet in general. To record the results of the assessment, the nurses make entries in the food diary, indicating the quantity,…