Project Unit 8 Type I Diabetes Power PointR

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Alejandra Altamirano

HS 200-04

Unit 8 Capstone Project

Kaplan University

February 8th , 2011


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Symptomsy They begin to appear quickly once the pancreas shuts down its production

of insulin.

y Notably increased thirst and frequent urination.

y Unusual weight loss, extreme hunger and fatigue, irritability, blurred vision,

nausea, and vomiting.

y They occur because there is not enough insulin to move sugar into cells.

y When fruity breath odor and heavy respirations signs occur, they are

symptoms for diabetic ketoacidosis.


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Causes of diabetesy The main causes are unknown; some people may have inherit tendency to

develop it.

y There are some environmental factors that may be involved also, such as

viral infections.

y The presence of other autoimmune disorders, such as thyroid disease and

celiac disease, may raises the risk in a child.


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D

iagnosisy There are many tests available to diagnose diabetes, such as urine test, blood

test, in the first instance.

y Then glucose tolerance tests, fasting blood sugar levels and the glycated

hemoglobin (A1C) tests.

y Further testing are to be performed where at least two of the fasting are to be

positive, and the presence of glucose and acetone in the urine.

y Compared with repeated daily blood sugar tests, A1C testing better indicates

how well the diabetes treatment plan is working.


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Treatment forDiabetes

y The insulin therapy consists of insulin shots

and the dosage depends on the level of sugar in

the blood at the moment of the shot.

y An special and well balanced diet plan is need

it; high in fiber, low in saturated fat, and low

sodium and sweets.

y Exercise and active participation in sports

activities are highly recommended since it

helps control the levels of sugar in blood.

y It focuses in to stabilize blood glucose levels by an insulin therapy, special

diet and exercise routine.


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Considerationsy Diabetes can affect the child's emotions both directly and indirectly. Poorly

controlled blood sugar can directly affect emotions by causing behavior

changes, such as irritability.

y Over time, high blood glucose levels can cause damage to virtually every

organ system of the body.

y It is necessary to understand the risks of hypoglycemia or diabetic coma -

low glucose level in the blood - and hyperglycemia or insulin reaction - high

glucose level in the blood.

y Proper management of blood sugar levels and the actions to take in each

situation, can ensure a proper treatment.


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Considerations (cont)y Must know the medication purpose, dosage, an possible side effects.

y Appropriate preparation and administration techniques.

y Regular check-ups and controls are always necessary.

y How important is the prevention of infection and injury; maintenance of

proper skin, foot, and dental care.


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Considerations (cont)y The need to maintain a healthy diet and regular

exercise plan since it can improve quality of life

and help to prevent future complications.

y A medic alert bracelet would be very helpful as

well.


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Factors that can interfere with

insulin therapyy The anxiety for possible hypoglycemia.

y Concern for weight gain.

y Trouble and fear related to the injections and complexity of treatment.

y Medications for diabetes can be expensive and sensible.

y Apprehension for any possible complication.


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Prognosisy The prognosis can help determine diabetes life expectancy, diabetes life span,

and the best course of diabetes treatment.

y Symptoms are eased, blood glucose levels are controlled, fewer complications

and hospitalizations are experienced with appropriate self care and propermedical attention.

y Today people with this condition are living longer than they were.

y When monitoring appropriately, people can participate in all levels of activity.

y Taking care of blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol minimizes the

chance of life-threatening complications.

y If untreated, diabetes can lead to fatal consequences, including death.


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References

y Frazier, M. and Drymkowski, J. (2009). Essentials of Human Diseases and

Conditions. Chapter 4, Disease and Conditions of the Endocrine System,

p.177-178. Saunders: Elsevier.

y Mayo Clinic Staff. (2009, June 13). Type 1 diabetes in children. Retrieved

on December 19th of 2010 from http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/type-1-

diabetes-in-children/DS00931

y American Diabetes Association. (n.d.). Diabetes basics-type 1. Retrieved on

December 20th of 2010 from http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/type-1

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