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Coronary Artery Disease Teaching 1026

Instructed on some factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), such as: diabetes mellitus and a sedentary life-style, among others.

Teaching 1578

Patient was instructed that Diabetes Mellitus is a Syndrome in which insulin production is decreased or absent. Lack of insulin leads to elevated blood sugars.

Teaching 1580

Patient was instructed that Diabetes Mellitus is a Syndrome in which insulin production is decreased or absent. Lack of insulin leads to elevated blood sugar levels.

Avandaryl Teaching 2079

SN instructed patient / caregiver on medication Avandaryl. Explained that it is a medication indicated for Diabetes Mellitus ( DM ) type II to decrease the blood sugar by stimulating the production of insulin and increasing receptor site sensitivity. SN explained to patient / caregiver that the side effects include dizziness, photosensitivity, low blood sugar, constipation, nausea and vomiting. SN instructed patient / caregiver to monitor blood sugar daily and to not skip or double doses. SN instructed patient / caregiver to notify physician ( MD ) if experiencing unusual weight gain, swelling of ankles, drowsiness, dyspnea ( SOB ), muscle cramps, weakness, sore throat, rash, unusual bleeding or if bruising occurs.

Diabetes Teaching 798

Patient was instructed on diabetes. There are 2 types of diabetes. Type I diabetes, the pancreas stops making insulin altogether. Type II diabetes, the body still makes some insulin but it doesn't make enough, or the body can't use it properly.

Diabetes Teaching 800

Patient was instructed on type II diabetes. Some people with type II diabetes can get blood sugar control through diabetes pills. These people do produce some insulin. But it is not enough to keep their blood sugar under control. Type II diabetes can often be controlled by weight loss, sensitive eating, and pills that improve the insulin supply or help it work better.

Diabetes Teaching 2302

SN taught patient that diabetes is a life-long disease. You will always have it, so education about your diabetes is very important. The more you learn about diabetes, the better you can control your blood glucose level and avoid complications. To learn how to manage your diabetes, work closely with your health care team.

Depression Teaching 606

Patient was instructed on depression as a diabetes complication. Depression and diabetes are two conditions that can sometimes go hand-in-hand. Fist, diabetes can increase the risk of depression, in fact having diabetes doubles the risk of depression compared to people who don't have this disease.

Depression Teaching 607

Patient was instructed on depression as a diabetes complication. It is often a vicious cycle. Depression can get worse as the complications of diabetes get worse, and being depressed can stop people from managing their diabetes as effectively as they need to, which can lead to increased incidence of long-term complications of diabetes as neuropathy or nephropathy.

Diabetes Teaching 689

Patient was instructed on complications of diabetes such as heart disease. People with diabetes have extra reason to be mindful of heart and blood vessel disease. Diabetes carries an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and complications related to poor circulation.