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Nurse Teaching on Advanced Signs of Hyperglycemia

Patient was instructed on advanced signs of hyperglycemia as follows: Hyperglycemia can go untreated sometimes and the body cells continue to suffer for source of energy. Under these circumstances, the body will shift for an alternative source of energy, other than glucose. Fat is broken down by the human body, when the body doesn’t have enough insulin to use glucose. This fat breakdown leads to production of ketone bodies that are acidic and highly toxic to the [...]

Early signs and symptoms of Hyperglycemia

Patient was educated on early signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia as follows: Frequent urination High blood sugars result in increased excretion of sugar in the urine. When sugar is excreted in the urine, water follows the sugar passively and so, poorly managed diabetics have an unusually high urine volume. Increased thirst As they had increased volume of urine, more fluid is lost and so, poorly managed diabetics feel thirsty and so, will have more intake [...]

Guidelines for ADA Diet

Patient was instructed on some broad guidelines regarding ADA diet as follows: Have a healthy balance between carbohydrates, protein, and fat in every meal you eat. Be sure to spread your carbohydrate intake evenly among all the meals. Avoid concentrated sweets and sweeteners in your diet. Always incorporate fresh vegetable and fruit for fiber in your meal, as fiber will slow the absorption of glucose for your intestines. This will prevent sharp spikes in blood [...]

Proteinuria

Patient was educated on proteinuria as follows: Healthy kidneys with optimally functioning glomeruli will not allow protein to filter through their glomeruli, as the protein molecules are large. So, the usual amount of protein found in urine is almost negligible. Proteinuria is a condition where protein is found in significant amounts in the urine, which can be diagnosed with a simple urine test. Proteinuria can signify either uncontrolled long-standing blood pressure and/or uncontrolled long-standing diabetes, [...]

Glomerular Filtration Rate

Patient was educated on Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) as follows: Glomerular filtration rate is the best test to measure your level of kidney function and determine your stage of kidney disease. This number can be calculated from the results of your blood work. This number tells whether your kidneys are working normally or has their function been compromised. If your GFR number is low, your kidneys are not functioning at an optimal level, as they [...]