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Mobile Diabetes Management, 2008.
This paper discusses the t+Diabetes mobile technology system that aids in the management of diabetes.
1,543 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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The paper describes the Think Positive Diabetes Wireless' t+Diabetes system that is designed to assist diabetic patients with monitoring and health care management and is the first to include cell phone technology to assist the patient. The paper discusses the inclusion of medically trained diabetic councilors who can assist the client in controlling the disease. The paper considers the broader application of a mobile disease management network and relates that mobile technology for disease management is the wave of the future, not only for diabetes care but for other health related issues and needs.
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"Diabetes is, "a disease that affects nearly 21 million people--about 7 percent of the United States' population--including 1 in every 8 African-Americans. And while diabetes has no cure, new high-tech tools--as well as good, old-fashioned, hands-on education--are being used in an effort to make it easier to manage the deadly disease." (Chappell, 2006, p. 158) Diabetes management has been a monumental challenge since diabetes was first identified as a disease that could be effectively treated in the long term. (Jones, 2006, p. 132) Many individuals have problems with treatment compliance and managing diabetes from a medical standpoint can be complicated and ever shifting, depending on many external factors as well as issues involving medication dosage changes and difficulty managing blood sugar testing on a regular basis."
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Diabetes Self-management, 2002.
An explanantion of self-management for diabetes sufferers.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 35.95
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An appraisal of the developmental evolution of expertise in diabetes self-management. This study was guided by the hypothesis that "experts would make self-management decisions in accordance with the meaning that the situation/event had for them, that they would derive this meaning from their interaction with others, and that they interpret the situation according to this meaning" (Paterson & Thorne, 2000, p. 3).
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Patient Self-Management of Diabetes, 2002.
An overview of how nurses can aid effective patient self-management of diabetes.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper is on "patient self-management of diabetes". It explains how nurses can help the patient develop effective self-management, identifies components of effective diabetes self-management education programs and oral medications for diabetes.
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Living with Diabetes Type 2, 2008.
This paper studies the disorder of type 2 diabetes and looks at possible ways of managing to live with diabetes.
1,722 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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In this article, the writer explains that when an individual suffers from type 2 diabetes he is unable to produce enough insulin, which is needed for the body in order to be able to use sugar effectively, or his cells ignore the insulin that his body is producing. The writer maintains that it must be said that type 2 diabetes may be common enough, but for the patient who has been diagnosed with the disease, it can lead to great stress and trauma. The writer discusses that the stress and trauma can be alleviated to a certain extent through familial support and self care, but all the same, drugs and non-pharmacologic treatment and pharmacotherapy can be used in the treatment as well. The writer concludes that managing diabetes must be learned, and if the patient is trained in taking care of his disease after the requisite changes in diet, lifestyle and medicines, there is no reason why he cannot lead a long, full and happy healthy life.
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Introduction
Discussion
Conclusion
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"Type 2 diabetes can be managed through a variety of different treatments: pharmacological as well as non-pharmacological. However, it may be up to the patient to help himself with self care, so that his disease remains under control, and so that it does not affect his internal organs adversely, over the long run. A physician has the option of using either pharmacological or non-pharmacological treatment choices for his patient. He could prescribe lifestyle changes as well, in conjunction with a strict exercise regimen. Whatever he may decide, it is considered the physician's duty to make sure of offering his patient high quality and cost effective treatment, which would facilitate blood glucose control to optimum levels and also reduce the array of symptoms and complications that are generally associated with type 2- diabetes. Proper management of diabetes would no doubt dramatically reduce the morbidity and the mortality rates that are normally associated with type 2 diabetes."
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Diabetes Self-Care, 2008.
This research paper explores the elements of patients' successful self-care management of diabetes mellitus.
3,484 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 98.95
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The paper conducts an extensive review of the relevant literature to determine the factors that exist in relation to barriers and challenges of specific groups of patients in self-care management of diabetes mellitus. The paper addresses race/ethnicity differences in self-care management as well as psychological, social and family predictors of the probability of self-care management of diabetes success for patients.
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Introduction
Method
Review of Relevant Theoretical Literature
Literature Review
Summary
Background
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"Diabetes mellitus is a chronic systemic disease (Scemons, 2007). Diabetes mellitus has been divided into four clinical classes by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) which are the four as follows: (1) Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease possibly triggered by genetic and environmental factors. It's caused by the destruction of pancreatic beta cells that produce insulin. Totally insulin-deficient, the patient needs exogenous insulin to survive; (2) Type 2 diabetes, accounting for 90% to 95% of all diabetes in the United States, involves a decreased ability to use the insulin produced in the pancreas. The beta cells maintain some function but become progressively desensitized to blood glucose levels. Decreased insulin sensitivity in the liver and peripheral tissues adds to the problem; (3) Gestadomd diabetes develops during pregnancy; and (4) Other types have various specific causes, such as genetic defects in beta cell function or insulin action, pancreatic disease, or adverse drug reactions. (Scemons, 2007) "
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Diabetes and Community Care, 2004.
A look at the growing prevalence of diabetes in Hawaii and the importance of the role of the community.
3,071 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 19 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
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This paper examines how diabetes is a chronic disease, which requires life-long care and how in Hawaii, in particular, the high incidence of diabetes is ascribed to the prevalence of undesirable conditions like obesity. It looks at how the management of diabetes at the primary, secondary, and territory levels has proven to be very effective and how symptomatic management is a critical aspect of diabetes control and how community health nurses play a vital role at every level of management.
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Introduction
Diabetes
Type?1 Diabetes
Type-2 Diabetes
Diabetes in Hawaii
Obesity (A Big Problem)
Diabetes National Statistics
Nursing Role
Primary Prevention
Community Based Approach
Secondary Care
Tertiary Care
Current Diabetes Management Programs
Conclusion
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"Diabetes being a chronic ailment requires continuous treatment and care. Improper management of the disease would lead to complicated and even fatal medical conditions. The complications that arise out of diabetes can be greatly controlled with proper medical intervention. Particularly, type-2 diabetes can be kept under check by means of exercises, medicines, diet control, etc. Since the risk factors associated with type-2 diabetes can be controlled, it is important to minimize the impact of the disease by means of timely intervention. In this regard, the role of nursing care professionals is all the more pronounced. "The earlier that patients can intervene to (control blood sugar) the better effect they're going to get and the better long-term outcomes they're going to have.""
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Controlling Diabetes, 2008.
This paper addresses the underestimated effect of psychosocial predictors of success in managing diabetes mellitus.
1,827 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 58.95
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The paper addresses the role of patient education and compliance and other factors that have been seen in the literature to have a plausible effect on diabetes mellitus. The paper is of the view that most type 2 diabetes mellitus patients have fair to poor glycemic control in large part due to a lack of patient education on the part of the health care professional. The paper emphasizes that any approach to managing diabetes must involve the patient in the active management of his disease.
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Introduction
Complications
Current Situation
My Viewpoint
Viewpoints of Others
Future Outlook
Conclusion
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"The prevalence rate of diabetes when age is factored in also shows an upward trend in the number of cases on a year-to-year basis; all age groups reported an increase in prevalence over the last 24 years (CDC, 2005b). The age group with the highest reported prevalence rate was the 65-74-year old age bracket (CDC, 2005b). The second highest group was the 75+ year old bracket, followed by the 45-64 year-old bracket and the less than 45 years old bracket (CDC, 2005b). The disparity between the groups with the highest and lowest prevalence of diabetes is quite large (16.7% of the population age 65-74 years versus 1.4% of the population less than age 45 years are diagnosed diabetics) (CDC, 2005b)."
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Diabetes, 2005.
This paper discusses Type I and Type II diabetes, especially among elderly patients.
2,800 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 17 sources, MLA, $ 83.95
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This paper explains that Juvenile Diabetes (now called Type I) and Adult On-set diabetes (Type II) are incurable diseases affecting about 10% of the population in the United States. As the population ages and lives longer, the complications of Type II diabetes becomes a serious health risk for the elderly. The author stresses that diabetes is manageable and treatable, if diabetics a) follow diet guidelines, b) get regular exercise, c) check and monitor their blood sugar levels and d) get regular checkups for blood sugar levels, kidney, liver, heart, extremities and eyes, especially the elderly. The paper relates that a number of new drugs and therapies loom on the horizon, but some of them may take years before FDA approval.
Table of Contents
Introduction
What is Diabetes?
How do People Get Diabetes?
Diabetes Control
Diabetes Diets
Potential Health Problems for Elderly Diabetics
Future 'Cures' for Diabetes
Elderly Diabetes Patients
Conclusion
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"For Type I diabetics, consistency in food intake and regularity of meals is vital,. For Type II diabetics the priority is weight control, since the body tends to produce some insulin. Obesity, however could create serious insulin deficiencies and, even, turn into Type I diabetes. What makes diet so important for the elderly, especially, is the fact that their bodies require fewer calories, and when the "normal" intake is continued, obesity as well as increased glucose levels can easily occur. That is why a diet- and not the usual "yo-yo" weight loss diet, is really mandatory.
Medical practitioners and hospitals with diabetes centers also provide diet charts with "exchanges" for foods, these exchanges provide information about portions and daily amount of each food is "permissible" to control diabetes."
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Disease Self-Management, 2006.
This paper researches the effectiveness of tools and strategies used for disease self-management among geriatric diabetic patients following discharge.
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This paper is a research proposal for a thesis in health care. The current research effort will help to identify which tools and self-care strategies are best suited for improving the health of the geriatric patient affected by diabetes and who has recently received in-hospital care. The writer points out that this will help to improve post-hospitalization treatment strategies for patients in this population.
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"Preventive care has been shown to help reduce the severity of known health care problems in patients who are able to make lifestyle change and engage in approved self-monitoring behaviors. Patients who are capable of taking initiative in self-monitoring strategies are more likely to improve their physiological, psychological, and emotional perceptions of their respective diseases or disorders. As a result, it is increasingly believed that patients who are able to participate in self-monitoring programs have an increased chance of improving their overall quality of life."
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Case Management and the Elderly, 2006.
An analysis of case management for the elderly using a specific case of an elderly man with diabetes.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 9 sources, $ 80.95
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This is a paper examines a health assessment of an elderly individual, including the choice of assessment tools, and the outcome and case presentation. Here, a 78 year old male with type two diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity and high cholesterol presented for a wound that did not heal properly. The assessment and decision for case management and the presentation on case management was based on the Neumann Systems Model which is a holistically based model calling for an interdisciplinary team.
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"Case Management and the Elderly: Case management is rapidly becoming a requirement for the growing population of elderly individuals who experience a chronic or debilitating health issue. This paper presents a comprehensive assessment of a 78 year old male diabetic patient who presented to a community clinic setting for problems related to a wound that was not healing properly and discusses the various assessments used and the role of case management. The case presentation will incorporate the comprehensive nature of health assessment requirements for the elderly consistent with the holistic nature of the Neumann Systems Model. Based on the case presentation, the need for a case manager and the development of a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare professionals in the community health setting are required. Plans for follow-up and continuity of care are provided as are schedules and type of monitoring and future evaluations."
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Diabetes Type II, 2002.
Discusses the most common form of diabetes, known as diabetes type 2, its causes, and dietary practices that can control type 2 diabetes.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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This essay discusses diabetes type 2, which is the most common form of diabetes. The paper shows how the disease is caused by too much glucose in the blood. When glucose builds up in the blood instead of going into cells, it can cause cells to become starved for energy. The essay focuses on how dietary practices can put diabetes type 2 under control.
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Prevention of Diabetes, 2002.
An examination of the causes and preventions of diabetes.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 53.95
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This undergraduate level nursing paper is an examination of the causes and preventions of diabetes. It observes that the primary forms of treatment are diet, exercise, and pharmacological solutions. Through these, nearly every case of diabetes caught quickly enough can prolong the life of the victim and control diabetes to a manageable or remission-level disease.
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Diabetes, 2006.
An overview of diabetes mellitus including its detection and possible prevention.
1,543 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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Juvenile diabetes and adult on-set diabetes are incurable diseases affecting about 10% of the population in the United States. This paper attempts to show that while there is no cure, modern medicine has provided the means of maintaining a healthy life-style for juvenile diabetes and that exercise and proper diet may even avoid adults from having to take any medication at all. It is also be noted that there are tens, perhaps hundreds of thousands of people in the United States who are unaware that they have diabetes, or are borderline. The paper also investigates warning signs and comments on some new innovative testing and pharmaceutical products to keep diabetes in check.
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Abstract
What Is Diabetes?
How Do People Get Diabetes?
Diabetes Control
Diabetes Diets
Future 'Cures' For Diabetes.
Conclusion
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"Diabetes mellitus is a life-long disease that can affect the entire body system. It was first recognized almost 4,000 years ago, and the term comes from the Greek and Latin meaning "to pass through" and "honey". This was referring to sugar in the urine. "There are two main disorders that occur in diabetes. One affects the ability of the body to produce effective insulin, a hormone made and stored in special cells in the pancreas (an organ about the size of a fist and located in the abdominal area near the stomach)." Insulin controls the use and storage of sugar (glucose) in the body. The second general diabetic disorder involves the structure and therefore the function of the blood vessels and nerves." (Pearce, p. 2)"
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Diabetes, 2008.
This paper discusses the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes.
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The paper explains that the three main types of diabetes are type 1, which is usually found among children and young adults, type 2, which is usually associated with obesity in teenagers and adults, and gestational diabetes, which is related to pregnancy. The author stresses that often types 2 diabetes goes undiagnosed, yet it can lead to serious complications; therefore, knowing the symptoms of diabetes is important. The paper points out that, when diabetes is left untreated or not treated properly, serious complications can develop, such as damage to the retina, kidneys and nerves. The author relates that several types of medications are available depending on the person, type of diabetes and blood sugar levels.
Table of Contents:
Definition of Diabetes
Symptoms of Diabetes
Review of Diabetes in the Past and Present
Medications
Complications of Diabetes
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"The National Institute of Health has created a fact sheet showing how the medical world has made changes from the past to the present. Thirty years ago, or in the 1950's, twenty percent of the people diagnosed with diabetes Type I would die within twenty years after first being diagnosed. Now, only 3.5 percent of people diagnosed with the disease die within twenty years of the diagnosis. Thirty years ago, researchers did not know the importance of glucose control to prevent debilitating eye, nerve, kidney, heart, and blood vessel complications of the diseases. "
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Diabetes, 2007.
This paper describes the causes and different types of diabetes.
1,333 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper gives a broad overview of the disease diabetes. The different types of diabetes are discussed as well as risk factors that may lead to the disease. The author describes the physiological factors that occur when one has diabetes. Treatment options for this disease are examined, with an emphasis on insulin therapy. The author concludes that managing diabetes is a lifelong commitment.
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"According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, approximately 7 percent of the U.S. population has diabetes, and each year roughly 1.3 million adults are diagnosed with the disorder. It is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States (Diabetes). Diabetes manifests when the body produces too little insulin (a hormone vital to digesting food for growth and energy) or cannot use available insulin efficiently, and left untreated, it can cause long-term complications that affect almost every part of the body (Diabetes). Although the exact cause of diabetes continues to remain a mystery, both genetics and environmental factors appear to play roles (All). "
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