Question

can someone help me with teaching plan essay for a patient with type 2 diabetes?

Answer 1

Ans) Diabetes is a disease that affects the way your body uses food. Most of the food you eat changes into glucose, or sugar, for your body to use as energy. The pancreas, an organ near the stomach, makes a hormone called insulin, which helps sugar get into the body's cells. The cells use sugar for energy.

Diet and lifestyle changes can help keep your blood sugar at a normal level and prevent other problems, such as blindness and kidney damage.

To keep your diabetes under control:

* Change your diet. Your healthcare provider and a nutritionist can help you plan meals that are low in fat, salt, sugar, and cholesterol. Cut calories if you're overweight. Limit your alcohol intake.

* Stop smoking. Besides raising your blood sugar level, smoking also damages your heart and kidneys.

* Exercise regularly. A balanced program of exercise and rest can help keep your blood sugar level stable. Check your blood sugar level before and after exercise. Always carry a carbohydrate snack (like crackers) to eat if you feel weak.

To prevent health problems:
- Untreated or poorly controlled diabetes can damage your eyes, nerves, kidneys, heart, and cause erectile dysfunction in men. To avoid these complications:

* Take your medicine as prescribed. If you have unpleasant side effects, contact your healthcare provider.

* Have a complete eye exam once a year. Controlling your blood sugar level can prevent damage to your eyes.

* Take care of your teeth. People with diabetes have a higher risk of cavities and gum disease. Have regular checkups, brush after every meal, and floss daily.

* Protect your skin. Inspect your skin daily for dryness, cuts, redness, or any changes. Drink plenty of water (unless your healthcare provider wants you to limit fluids).

* Check your feet. Because diabetes may damage nerves in your feet, you may not feel small cuts and bruises. Check your feet every day for sores. If you feel any numbness, tingling, or burning in your feet, contact your healthcare provider immediately. Wear comfortable shoes that fit properly and never go barefoot.

* Keep an eye on your blood pressure and weight. Your healthcare provider will check your blood pressure at each visit; 130/80 or less is best.

* Watch your blood cholesterol level. Have it checked once a year. Your total cholesterol should be below 200 mg/dL.

* Find support. Your healthcare provider can tell you about diabetes support groups in your area so you can get tips for living with diabetes.