Taught that blood pressure readings for people age 50 or older should not exceed 160/90.
Taught that blood pressure readings for people age 18-49 should not exceed 140/90.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of hypertension (high blood pressure), such as: blurring of vision, fatigue and nosebleeds, among others.
Instructed on some potential factors of hypertension (high blood pressure), such as: age, race and high sodium intake, among others.
Taught that Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a syndrome in which insulin production is decreased or absent.
Taught that lack of insulin leads to elevated blood glucose levels.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Diabetes Mellitus (DM), such as: excessive thirst, fatigue and increased urination.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Diabetes Mellitus (DM), such as: increased appetite and slow healing wounds.
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Diabetes Mellitus (DM), such as: itching, changes in vision and weight loss.
Taught that following prescribed diabetic diet is a measure aimed to managing/controlling Diabetes Mellitus (DM).