Complete Nurse's Guide to Diabetes Care

For those on the front lines ofmedical treatment, a vital tool incaring for patients and combatingdiabetesCreated specifically for the nation’s 2.6 millionregistered nurses, Complete Nurse’s Guide toDiabetes Care covers the entire spectrum ofdisease management wherever these caregiversencounter diabetes, including hospitals, clinics,and physicians’ offices. This guide contains musthavediabetes information such as guidelines forthe lifelong management of both acute andchronic complications associated with diabetes.Among the topics covered are:Treatment strategies for type 1 andtype 2 diabetes Diabetes education and behavioral approachesto care Nursing care in the hospital, clinic, homehealth, and long-term care settingsNurses are presented with a management planfor patients including therapeutic lifestyle changessuch as nutrition and exercise, management of thedifferent types of diabetes, and the latest informationon treatment and self-management.Includes a searchable, full-content CD-ROM.

The third edition of the Complete Nurse's Guide to Diabetes Care is a comprehensive resource for all nurses who work with diabetes patients. Inside, readers will find expert advice on: The evolution of the nurse's roles in diabetes care and education Recent research on complications and associated diseases Practical issues, such as the effects of anxiety, depression, and polypharmacy Updated guidelines for nutrition therapy and physical activity How diabetes affects women, children, and the elderly An extensive resources section featuring contact information for useful organizations and essential patient care The Complete Nurses Guide to Diabetes Care, 3rd Edition, gives nurses the tools they need to give quality care to the person with diabetes.