Straight A Nursing

Diabetes mellitus is a condition in which the body’s ability to respond to insulin or produce insulin is impaired. This results in abnormal carbohydrate metabolism and elevated blood glucose levels. In this episode you’ll learn the basic things to know about diabetes so you can feel confident at the bedside or on nursing school exams (including NCLEX!). Hit the play button to learn: Differences between the various types of diabetes Physiology of blood glucose and pathophysiology of diabetes Classic signs and symptoms of diabetes (including the three Ps) Vital nursing assessments for a patient with diabetes Tests utilized in the treatment of diabetes Diabetes treatments including pharmacology and the different types of insulin Other important treatments including foot care, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications Hypoglycemia treatment Important patient/family education For even more information about diabetes, check out Med Surg Solution. Read the article and view references here. If this episode hel