Description
1. Know hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS): patho, assessment findings, S/S, interventions, complications, lab findings
2. Hypoglycemic vs. Hyperglycemia: differentiate S/S, assessment, possible complications, nursing interventions
3. How to prevent and decrease long-term complications from diabetes: teaching on self-care, DM management, health maintenance
4. Sick-day rules for diabetic patients
5. Preventive care for diabetic patients (teaching)
6. Know different types of insulin and precautions;
7. Teach insulin administration and home management of insulin.
8. Know diagnostic tests for DM
9. DKA management: patho, assessment, S/S, key concepts, labs findings, nursing intervention, and teaching
10. Compare DKA vs. HHS: main difference in patho, S/S, treatment.,
