Describe one technique you would use to educate patients on the “Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes.”

To prepare:

  • Review this week’s media presentation on the endocrine system and diabetes, as well as Chapter 45 of the Arcangelo text and the Peterson, et al, article in your Learning Resources.
  • Think about the differences in the pathophysiology of types of diabetes, including type 1, type 2, gestational, and juvenile diabetes.
  • Select one type of diabetes.
  • Consider one type of drug used to treat the type of diabetes you selected, including proper preparation and administration of this drug. Then, reflect on dietary considerations related to treatment.
  • Think about the short-term and long-term impact on patients of the type of diabetes you selected, including effects of drug treatments.
  • Review the American Diabetes Association’s “Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes–2012” web article in your Learning Resources. Consider one technique you would use to educate patients on these diabetes treatment standards.

By Day 7 of Week 8

Write a 3- to 4-page paper that addresses the following:
  • Explain the differences in the pathophysiology of types of diabetes, including type 1, type 2, gestational, and juvenile diabetes.
  • Describe one type of drug used to treat the type of diabetes you selected, including proper preparation and administration of this drug. Be sure to also include dietary considerations related to treatment.
  • Explain the short-term and long-term impact on patients of the type of diabetes you selected, including effects of drug treatments.
  • Describe one technique you would use to educate patients on the “Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes.”
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