Diabetes Mellitus (DM) Module Intro
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Included In This Lesson
Study Tools For Diabetes Mellitus (DM) Module Intro
140 Must Know Meds (Book)
Outline
Upon completion of this module, you will be able to…
- Discuss the pathophysiology of Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Discuss the presentation and priorities for nursing care for a patient with Diabetes Mellitus
- Explain the pathophysiology and priority treatment for Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- Explain the pathophysiology and priority treatment for Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Nonketotic Syndrome (HHNS)
Diabetes
Concepts Covered:
- Disorders of Pancreas
- Medication Administration
- Disorders of the Thyroid & Parathyroid Glands
- Female Reproductive Disorders
Study Plan Lessons
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
Insulin Mixing
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Hypothyroidism
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes Mellitus (DM) Module Intro
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Diabetes Mellitus (DM)
Diabetes Management
Hyperglycaemic Hyperosmolar Non-ketotic syndrome (HHNS)
Hypoglycemia
Glipizide (Glucotrol) Nursing Considerations
Metformin (Glucophage) Nursing Considerations
Insulin
Insulin – Rapid Acting (Novolog, Humalog) Nursing Considerations
Insulin – Short Acting (Regular) Nursing Considerations
Insulin – Intermediate Acting (NPH) Nursing Considerations
Insulin – Mixtures (70/30)
Insulin – Long Acting (Lantus) Nursing Considerations
Antidiabetic Agents