Diabetes Management
Supporting patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in the home. Covers glucose meter technique, the 15-15 rule for hypoglycemia, recognizing DKA red flags (Kussmaul breathing, fruity breath, vomiting, altered mental status), insulin storage basics, diabetic foot care, and carbohydrate-aware meal planning. Aides remind and observe; licensed nurses administer insulin unless expressly trained and permitted by state scope.
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Learn how Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are managed at home, the 15-15 rule for low blood sugar, DKA red flags, and the aide-versus-nurse sc...
Support a diabetic client day to day: hypo vs hyper, the 15-15 rule, DKA red flags, glucose meter technique, insulin storage, foot care, ...