Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
More than 10 million Americans have diabetes mellitus. Another 5 to 6 million may have it without knowing about it. "Diabetes Mellitus: An Incredibly Easy MiniGuide" will prepare the reader for this crucial health care challenge, in a lively, down-to-earth-and entertaining style. It explains the American Diabetic Association's new guidelines for diagnosing diabetes, and warning signs of complications and how to prevent and manage dangerous complications.
Synopsis
Clear, simple explanations bring clarity to this complex illness. Incredibly Easy! memory joggers and an eight-page, color guide to pathophysiology help nurses and other health professionals provide expert care. Contents include understanding diabetes mellitus, preventing diabetes mellitus, assessing patients with diabetes mellitus, treating patients with diabetes mellitus, diabetes mellitus complications, and teaching the patient with diabetes mellitus.
Table of Contents
Understanding diabetes --Preventing diabetes --Assessing patients with diabetes --Treating patients with diabetes --Complications --Teaching patients about diabetes.