Hypoglycemia occurs when the blood glucose levels go below 4mmol/ (72mg/dL). It is characterized by reduced plasma glucose concentration to low levels which may induce symptoms associated with low blood sugar such as changes in mental status or even stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system. The condition usually occurs as a result of abnormalities in […]
The rates of diabetes as well continual illnesses like type 2 obesity, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, cancer, and stroke continue to grow in America as well as other westernized nations. Same pattern are seen in Guam, a territory of America in the pacific. In 2004, 41% of adults in Guam were having usual weight, although the […]
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Get startedIntroduction Nursing practitioners with effective reasoning skills always have a positive impact on the patient’s outcome. Conversely, nurses with poor clinical reasoning skills have a high potential of failing to detect the impending patient deterioration either from drug-body interactions or normal “failure to rescue.” These issues have resulted in increased number of escalating healthcare complaints […]
Introduction In the recent past, there have been so many cases of diabetes and about 9% of the world has had problems dealing with this disease. Diabetes has affected both the developed and the developing world while the women become the most affected individuals. The western lifestyle has been so much been blamed for the […]
Diabetes is a chronic issue and stressor is one of the components that an individual has to continually adjust. The nurse should acknowledge the stressor because after discharge patients feel alone and they should have proper resources (Husband, 1988). It is also stated that diagnosis of strengths of the patients is equally important as finding […]
Introduction Diabetes mellitus (diabetes) is a chronic condition in which the bodys capacity to deliver or react to the hormone insulin is inhibited. This results in the irregular breakdown of carbohydrates, and elevated or decreased glucose in the body. The side effects of high and low glucose can cause many serious, even life threatening conditions […]
This paper discusses eight published articles that explore results from research conducted using telehealth and its effect on diabetes management in adults. The articles vary in their modes of intervention. Most articles used traditional intervention such as an office visit for comparison. This paper examines all articles included to suggest that telehealth in general has […]
Abstract One hundred million Americans right now have either diabetes or pre-diabetes, that puts them at risk for amputations, heart disease and blindness. It is achievable to turn around this epidemic; the word “epidemic” comes from Old Greek: ‘epi’ means ‘on’, ‘demos’ means ‘people’, so an epidemic is something we study with sterile statistics, maps, […]
Abstract Type 2 diabetes is one of the most prevalent health complications in the United States, affecting over 20 million citizens and costing billions of dollars. As a result of this disease being one of the leading causes of death in the United States, it has forced millions of people to be hospitalized. Type 2 […]
Background/Introduction: GDM (gestational diabetes mellitus) is a disease that presents with carbohydrate intolerance and was initially discovered in pregnancy. In the majority of women, the postpartum glucose intolerance often gets back to normal levels, although there is a high risk of developing overt DM (diabetes mellitus) or impaired glucose tolerance later in life. Glycemic control […]
A product of Chinas rapid economic development is the transition in public health issues from infectious diseases to non-communicable diseases. Not only has urbanization changed Chinas economy, but it has also led to changes on the individual level. Personal lifestyle, diet, and social norms are a few of the main aspects that have led to […]
Hispanics/Latinos Health: Diabetes Type 2 diabetes is a worldwide health issue that many people struggle with and Hispanics/ Latinos is one of the largest groups affected. One study has been conducted on Hispanics/Latinos group in United States and findings focused on three main categories. These categories are following: diabetes self-care behaviors and challenges, challenges with […]
This is a case study on a male adult from New Zealand who is aged 62 years. He was the only child in his family and he is blessed with two daughters and one son. He is retired and a widow. After several falls at his home, he decided to check into a care facility. […]
According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), uncontrolled levels of blood glucose remains the basic problem in patients with diabetes (ADA 2014). To prevent complication such as neuropathy, nephropathy, cardiovascular diseases, visual impairment, lower extremity diseases, and amputations, ADA has recommended having proper glycemic control, physical activity, medication, patient self-monitoring of blood glucose (Arlington, 2017). […]
In 30 years, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), once considered an adult disease, has risen in children worldwide at an alarming rate. With T2D children are more at risk for other chronic health ailments and diseases. Children growing obese are more likely to remain obese into adulthood, to have Type 2 diabetes, to suffer cardiovascular problems, […]
Worldwide, the United States is known for its large portion sizes, low activity levels, and most especially its fatty, greasy, American food that has foreigners dumbfounded. Overall, compared to Mexicans, U.S populations had greater intakes of saturated fat, sugar, dessert and salty snacks, pizza and French fries, low-fat meat and fish, high-fiber bread, and low-fat […]
From the above literature review, it is evident that nurses play a significant role in the management of diabetes. One of them is that nurses Offer support services to the diabetes patients since self-management is a complex process which requires professional input. According to Bostrm et al (2014), the role of the professional nurse has […]
With the growing global epidemic of type 2 diabetes, people can do their part to avoid becoming a statistic of this disease. This disease is preventable with important daily routines. Among them include exercise, managing a healthy diet, increasing fiber intake, and maintaining a good sleep schedule. My initial diagnosis of this disease was anger […]
Abstract The objective of the research proposal in this paper is to analyze the development of type two diabetes in Latinos born in the United States, and/ or living in the United States for 3-5 years, and how it compares to the development of type two diabetes in Latinos born/ living outside the United States. […]
Metabolism is an essential process of chemical reactions, needed for energy, that occurs inside the cells that function throughout the body. One of the most widespread metabolic diseases is diabetes. Diabetes is considered a chronic disease with several pathogenic processes that, range from autoimmune destruction of the -cells of the pancreas with consequent insulin deficiency […]
The Psychological Effects of Diabetes on Patients Currently, a disease is ravaging America as it turns into an epidemic. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC; 2017), in 2015, there were approximately 23.25 Americans that were diagnosed with diabetes. This number has been climbing steadily for over a century. An epidemic as fast growing […]
The body is a powerful mechanism that reads and dilates the food that is eaten each day. Once food is eaten and digested in the stomach the body understands the composition. The food that is eaten gives our bodies the information that is needed to perform properly. In order for diabetics to be healthy they […]
What is Vegetarianism? Recently, vegetarian diets made lots of controversies, but there was no clear answer that sets what’s right and what’s wrong about it till now. First, let’s get to know its concept; the idea of vegetarianism is mainly about curbing your intake on meat. Most vegetarians adopt this diet due to a variety […]
Wouldn’t it be great if we are able to manipulate cells for our own welfare? Stem cells can help victims who are diabetic, paralyzed, and even burn victims. Stem cells are helpful for victims who have had third degree burns. It can help make insulin for people that are diabetic, and assist patients that are […]
Abstract This essay details the causes of type 2 diabetes and describes what kind of behavior can effectively improve or prevent type 2 diabetes. The essay cites three studies to prove that physical status, especially obesity increases the likelihood of having diabetes. Secondly, psychological pressure and eating habits are among the influencing factors. In addition […]
Statistics from the United States Department of Agriculture have shown that demand for healthy, organic food has been steadily rising over the past decade. This increase in demand has led to more stores offering a wider variety of healthy food options. Although shopping for healthier food is becoming easier, deciding how healthy a particular food […]
Diabetes is one of many leading causes of death. Even though type 2 can be preventable it tends to keep rising throughout these years. Throughout this essay I will explain diabetes and causes of this disease, as well as how to avoid diabetes and what you can do to be healthier. This disease has caused […]
The use of animals can be helpful for activities like transportation and as pets, sports, recreation and companionship. In everyday life, we are all involved with animals in one way or another. Many of us have pets such as dogs and cats, others live on farms where they have cattle, horses and sheep. However, not […]
The obesity rate in America is at an all time high, and it is not stopping any time soon. Obesity not only affects adults but children as well. The Center For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines obesity as Weight that is higher than what is considered as a healthy weight for a given height. […]
A very thorough study by The Alzheimer’s Association states that, 5.7 million Americans are living with alzheimer’s in 2018. Seniors, 65 or older, are more likely to get the disease (Alzheimer’s Association). Dementia is not reversible and progressively destroys memory over the course of a few years.When most people think if dementia, they think of […]
