Question 1

How can you tell whether you're at risk for diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes is condition for which exact cause is unknown. But being unhealthy interms of obesity and other comorbid conditions increase the risk of developing diabetes, there are other causes such as family history/ presence of autoantibodies/ polycystic ovarian syndrome etc which increase the risk.

Question 2

What is a nursing care plan for type 1 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Each Diabetic patient is different due to their sugar level, chronicity of the disease, other medical conditions and so would need personalised nursing care plan.

Question 3

Can a person with diabetes still produce insulin?

Accepted Answer

Patients with diabetes produce some amount of insulin.

Question 4

Can changing their lifestyle and level of exercise help diabetics?

Accepted Answer

Leading a better lifestyle in the form of avoiding excessive sugar/ fats, high fibre foods, breaking sedentary life and regular physical activity helps in lowering the blood sugar levels.

Question 5

Is injecting insulin ultimately bad for a diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Hyperinsulinemia increases the risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease and decreases health span and life expectancy. In epidemiological studies, high-dose insulin therapy is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

Question 6

What is the weight loss diet for diabetes patients?

Accepted Answer

Prefer foods lower in fat and calories and higher in fiber. Focus on fruits, green vegetables and whole grains.

How can you tell whether you're at risk for diabetes?

How can you tell whether you're at risk for diabetes?

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What is a nursing care plan for type 1 diabetes?

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