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Patient was instructed on depression as a diabetes complication. Depression can color everything in a person's life. The ability to do everyday activities can become overwhelming, and this includes taking care of diabetes, such as taking medications, eating right and exercising.
Patient was instructed on depression as a diabetes complication. Fatigue and lack of enthusiasm can cause people to withdraw from the things they used to like to do. Emotions become flat and thoughts can turn to sadness or anxiety.
Patient was instructed on depression as a diabetes complication. It is important recognizing the symptoms of depression to get help that is needed. Feeling sad for a prolonged period of time - feeling restless or anxious for non apparent reason - feeling hopeless, helpless or worthless - not being able to concentrate.
Patient was instructed on the importance to recognize the symptoms of depression to take action right away. Inability to remember things - fatigue or lost of energy, feeling "dragged out" and tire - lack of appetite or eating too much with accompanying weight changes - no interest in the things that used to bring pleasure - not sleeping at night or sleeping too much.
Patient was instructed on depression as a diabetes complication. Treating depression, getting help for depression not only improves a person's quality of life, it also can help people manage their diabetes better by giving them more energy and a more hopeful outlook.
Patient was instructed on measures to prevent falls at home: Keep a cordless phone and a flash light with new batteries by the bed. Walk on the grass when the sidewalks are wet or slippery.
Patient was instructed on measures to prevent falls when bathing. Install grab handles and nonskid mats inside and outside the shower/tub and near the toilet and sinks. Use shower chair and bath benches.
Patient was instructed on measures to prevent falls when bathing. Get into the shower/tub by putting the weaker leg in first. Get out of the tub / shower with the strong side first. Use a long handle brush or mittens with straps to help with bathing.
Patient was instructed on measures to prevent outdoor falls. Use a cane or walker as needed. Walk on grass when the sidewalks are slippery. Wear well fitting shoes. Wear glasses as prescribed.
Patient was instructed on measures to prevent falls. Avoid throw rugs. Secure any loose handrails. Wear glasses if prescribed. Change positions slowly. Wear well-fitting shoes.