Inside, you will learn the facts about some of the most common topics related to diabetes: Diagnosis and Assessment - An in-depth look at the three primary blood tests used to diagnose diabetes, including fasting plasma glucose, oral glucose tolerance test, and casual plasma glucose. Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose - Self-monitoring allows patients to take control of the disease, since everything they do affects their blood sugar. The two methods of self-monitoring, meter testing and visual testing, are reviewed. Type I and II Diabetes - Detailed information about both the onset and symptoms of both Type 1 and Type 2 is examined. Using Diet and Exercise - Practical information on how to use diet, exercise, and relaxation techniques when treating your diabetes. Insulin Related Ailments - A review of the three main insulin related ailments: hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, and ketoacidosis. Take advantage of this easy-to-read guide as you or a loved one learn to manage diabetes effectively.
- ISBN10 1257954008
- ISBN13 9781257954001
- Publish Date 1 August 2011
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 15 April 2015
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Lulu.com
- Format eBook (OEB)
- Language English