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Informationen zum Autor Erica Whettem Klappentext Spiralbound pocket reference primarily aimed at student nurses. "As somebody who doesn't encounter diabetes all that often, this guide will most likely be a lifesaver the next time a diabetic patient is admitted. This is definitely a book to be kept in my bag at all times and I will most certainly recommend it to all my peers." - Nursing Student Zusammenfassung On the increase worldwide, diabetes is well recognized as a complex and challenging condition. This pocket-sized guide puts diabetes information at your fingertips, equipping you with the essential knowledge and skills to deliver effective day-to-day diabetes care competently and confidently. The Nursing & Health Survival Guides have evolved - take a look at our our app for iPhone and iPad. Inhaltsverzeichnis Contents Introduction Diabetes basics Blood glucose regulation Types of diabetes Type 1 diabetes Type 2 diabetes Other types of diabetes Symptoms of diabetes Diagnosis Diabetes Impaired glucose regulation Oral glucose tolerance test Complications Diabetes management Self-management Lifestyle Diet Carbohydrates Fibre Fat Salt Alcohol Food labels Exercise Weight Smoking Medication Insulin Types of insulin/regimen Administration Injection sites Storage Side-effects Other therapies Tablets Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) analogues Annual review Glycaemic control Monitoring HbA1c Target Frequency Capillary blood glucose (CBG) Target Frequency Urinalysis Ketones Hyperglycaemia Causes of hyperglycaemia Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) Hyperglycaemic hyperosmolar state (HHS) Sick-day rules Hypoglycaemia Causes of hypoglycaemia Symptoms Hypoglycaemic unawareness Nocturnal hypoglycaemia Treatment Mild to moderate hypos More severe hypos Follow-on Prevention Erratic blood glucose Inpatient care Long-term complications Prevention Screening and monitoring Footcare Life with diabetes Children and young people Cultural background Depression Driving Employment End of life Identification Non-concordance Older people Physical activity Pregnancy Prescriptions Special occasions Support Travel Vaccinations Glossary References Key documents Useful websites ...
