In self-monitoring Blood glucose, follow these steps: 1. Wash hands with warm water. It is not necessary to clean the site with alcohol, and it may interfere with test results. Fingers should dry before puncturing.2. If it is difficult to obtain a drop of blood, warm the hands in warm water or let the arms…...
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Following an insulin injection, there is a chemical breakdown that takes place in the body to allow it to cross into the capillaries and absorption into the blood stream. Site for Injection The duration of the rate of absorption of insulin is 50% longer in the thighs as compared to the abdominal wall. Regular insulin…...
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Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) -POEM Diabetic ketoacidosis, also known as DKA, is a buildup of acids in your blood. It can happen when your blood sugar is too high for too long. DKA is a serious complication of diabetes and could be life-threatening, but it usually takes many hours to become that serious. You can treat it and prevent it, too…....
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Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a serious complication of diabetes that can be life-threatening. DKA is most common among people with type 1 diabetes. People with type 2 diabetes can also develop DKA. DKA develops when your body doesn’t have enough insulin to allow blood sugar into your cells for use as energy. Instead, your liver breaks down fat…...
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The Plate Model Meal planning with the plate method is a way for people with diabetes to plan meals. The plate method can help you eat the right amount of carbohydrates and keep your blood sugar levels under control. Carbohydrates naturally raise your blood sugar level. Your blood sugar level can rise too high if you…...
Foot ulcers exists. – If you have reduced sensation to your feet. The risk of this occurring increases the longer you have diabetes and the older you are.– If your diabetes is poorly controlled. This is one of the reasons why it is very important to keep your blood sugar (glucose) level as near normal…...
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Elderly patients with diabetes are prone to a number of complications i.e. coronary artery disease, Retinopathy, Neuropathy, Nephropathy etc. some of which take precedence over or hinder or challenge the intensive glucose control. ***Elderly patients with Diabetes are at higher risk of cognitive decline, Depression, and Polypharmacy, all of which hinder good diabetes management. ***Diabetic…...
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There are several reasons that make it difficult to diagnose and treat a young infant who Type 1. Initially, babies do not often have the “classic diabetic” early symptoms and signs of the disease. If they are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, it is often a challenge to set up a satisfying treatment for the…...
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Insulin is secreted in response to high blood glucose levels, Insulin stimulates the liver to: -Convert and store glucose as glycogen, an inactive form of glucose. -Inhibit the conversion of non-carbohydrates into glucose (gluconeogenesis). -Insulin promotes facilitated diffusion of glucose through the membranes of cells that possess insulin receptors, e.g. skeletal muscles, cardiac muscles, adipose…...
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