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What is the primary goal of helping the patient identify resources for adjustment?
What is the primary goal of helping the patient identify resources for adjustment?
- To enhance the patient's self-esteem
- To educate the patient about the diagnosis of DM
- To reduce the patient's anxiety about living with a chronic condition (correct)
- To improve the patient's overall health
What is the role of the nurse in supporting the patient with a chronic condition such as DM?
What is the role of the nurse in supporting the patient with a chronic condition such as DM?
- To educate the patient about the diagnosis and treatment plan
- To take responsibility for the patient's care plan
- To provide medication management only
- To answer questions and provide emotional support (correct)
What is the underlying assumption of helping the patient adjust to living with a chronic condition?
What is the underlying assumption of helping the patient adjust to living with a chronic condition?
- The patient requires ongoing support and guidance (correct)
- The patient is unaware of the diagnosis
- The patient lacks the skills to manage the condition
- The patient's condition will improve with time
What is the primary benefit of educating the patient about living with a chronic condition such as DM?
What is the primary benefit of educating the patient about living with a chronic condition such as DM?
What is the nurse's role in facilitating the patient's adjustment to a chronic condition?
What is the nurse's role in facilitating the patient's adjustment to a chronic condition?
What is the ultimate goal of supporting the patient with a chronic condition such as DM?
What is the ultimate goal of supporting the patient with a chronic condition such as DM?
What should be considered when teaching a patient about self-medication?
What should be considered when teaching a patient about self-medication?
What is the primary benefit of regular exercise in managing diabetes?
What is the primary benefit of regular exercise in managing diabetes?
What is the main goal of meal planning in diabetes management?
What is the main goal of meal planning in diabetes management?
What is the primary purpose of blood glucose monitoring?
What is the primary purpose of blood glucose monitoring?
What is a critical aspect of risk reduction in diabetes management?
What is a critical aspect of risk reduction in diabetes management?
How does stress impact glucose levels in diabetes management?
How does stress impact glucose levels in diabetes management?
What is the primary goal of diabetes self-management education?
What is the primary goal of diabetes self-management education?
What is the primary reason for emphasizing foot care in persons with diabetes?
What is the primary reason for emphasizing foot care in persons with diabetes?
What should the patient be instructed to do if a skin injury does not begin to heal within 24 hours?
What should the patient be instructed to do if a skin injury does not begin to heal within 24 hours?
What is the purpose of frequent knowledge assessment in patient teaching?
What is the purpose of frequent knowledge assessment in patient teaching?
What is the recommended frequency for assessing the patient's knowledge base?
What is the recommended frequency for assessing the patient's knowledge base?
Why is it essential for patients with diabetes to carry medical identification at all times?
Why is it essential for patients with diabetes to carry medical identification at all times?
What is the primary goal of health promotion for patients with diabetes?
What is the primary goal of health promotion for patients with diabetes?
How often should patients with diabetes check their blood glucose levels during acute illness?
How often should patients with diabetes check their blood glucose levels during acute illness?
What is the recommended action for patients with type 1 diabetes with a blood glucose level above 240mg/dL?
What is the recommended action for patients with type 1 diabetes with a blood glucose level above 240mg/dL?
When should patients with diabetes contact their healthcare provider?
When should patients with diabetes contact their healthcare provider?
What is the recommended course of action for patients with diabetes who are eating less than normal due to illness?
What is the recommended course of action for patients with diabetes who are eating less than normal due to illness?
What is the purpose of increasing intake of non-caloric fluids during acute illness?
What is the purpose of increasing intake of non-caloric fluids during acute illness?
When should patients with diabetes notify their healthcare provider during acute illness?
When should patients with diabetes notify their healthcare provider during acute illness?
What is the primary reason for monitoring urine ketone levels in patients with diabetes?
What is the primary reason for monitoring urine ketone levels in patients with diabetes?