Diabetes Mellitus

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Sue K. Milchovich, R.N., B.S.N., C.D.E.
Barbara Dunn-Long, R.D.

Updated to report on important breakthroughs in diabetes research and armed with the latest information about diet and drugs, this guide focuses on the everyday concerns of diabetics, explaining how to balance diet, medication, and exercise for optimal health. Crucial new information is included on new drug delivery methods, including modern inhalers. The diet sections offer helpful guidance on the nutritional aspects of the condition, including information on serving sizes, sample meal plans, cholesterol management, shopping, and eating out. The exercise section covers the different forms of exercise and offers guidance on how to start and maintain an effective exercise program. Filled with illustrations, charts, tables, and worksheets, this is a proven, user-friendly resource for living with diabetes.

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"The survival-skills approach is appealing, with essential topics covered in a brief, to-the-point manner." —The Diabetes Educator

"A very useful guide to a chronic disease . . . will appeal to readers of all educational and social backgrounds." —Library Journal

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 - Diabetes Mellitus
Chapter 2 - Hyperglycemia
Chapter 3 - Hypoglycemia
Chapter 4 - IDEAS—Understanding Your Blood Sugar
Chapter 5 - Diet
Chapter 6 - Home Blood Sugar Testing
Chapter 7 - Ketones and Keto-Acidosis
Chapter 8 - Medicines to Treat Diabetes
Chapter 9 - Laboratory Tests
Chapter 10 - Exercise
Chapter 11 - Sick Days
Chapter 12 - Personal Hygiene
Chapter 13 - Medical Identification
Chapter 14 - Stress
Chapter 15 - Emotions—They Are a Part of Us
Chapter 16 - Traveling with Diabetes
Chapter 17 - Complications of Diabetes
Chapter 18 - Research on Diabetes
Chapter 19 - Organizations and Resources
Appendixes

Authors

Sue K. Milchovich, RN, BSN, CDE, is a Certified Nurse Educator for HealthCare Partners Medical Group, a member of the American Diabetes Association, and a member of the American Association of Diabetes Educators.

Barbara Dunn-Long, RD, is in private practice and is a member of the American Diabetes Association, and member of the American Dietetic Association.