General Care Flashcards
Calculation of age-adjusted heart rate
220 - client’s age = estimated age-adjusted heart rate
Exercise intensity should be ____% of client’s age adjusted heart rate.
60-85%
Rating of Perceived Exertion
Used to assess exercise intensity, rated 0-10.
2 to 5 recommended
SMART goals
Specific Measurable Achievable Realistic Time bound
Steps of educational process
Assess
Plan
Implement
Evaluate
7 client centered areas of self care
Healthy eating Physical activity Monitor BG and health markers Take meds Problem solve Healthy coping Reduce risk
DPP showed that ___ minutes of exercise per week, along with healthy choices, reduced the risk for type 2.
150
What is the best immunologic predictor for development of type 1?
High titer of Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase (GAD), which is an islet cell antibody that will attack beta cells of the Islet.
What is Pattern Management?
Analyze 3-5 days of blood glucose readings and identify patterns of high/low, then adjust made on trend rather than a single reading
Example tools for evaluating quality of life in diabetics
DQOL Diabetes Quality of Life Measure
Diabetes Treatment Satisfaction Questionnaire
DSQOLS Diabetes-Specific Quality of Life Scale
DCCT
Diabetes Control and Complications Trial
What did DCCT show related to A1C?
Elevated levels are related to long-term complications of Diabetes.
What is the gold standard for measuring glucose control in people with diabetes?
A1C, or glycated hemoglobin A1C
Diagnosis of diabetes by A1C is a level of _____ or higher.
6.5%
People with diabetes have risk for CV disease that is _ - _ times that of non-diabetic population.
2 to 4
How often should lipids be tested if diabetic patient is low risk?
Annually or every 2 years with complete lipid panel
Two things to consider when involving the family in care
- Cultural context
2. Functional health/stability of family dynamics
Which medications require education about driving?
Sulfonylureas and insulin due to hypoglycemia risk
At what blood glucose levels should someone not be driving?
70 mg/dl
Common skin problems for diabetics
Anhidrosis
Diabetic dermopathy
Anhidrosis definition
Autonomic neuropathic condition, with little perspiration in feet/legs, leading to severely dry/cracked skin
Diabetic dermopathy definition
Pigmented spots on shins, usually asymptomatic, but can be painful if they ulcerate. Usually due to poor perfusion
Common skin infections in diabetics
Staph, fungal, and Candida
In 2002, how many cases of diabetes were the primary source of disability (according to Social Security Disability Insurance)?
122,000
What are ketones and which type of diabetics have them?
Byproducts of fat metabolism, which cause acidosis in excess amounts.
Type 1 are prone to this; Type 2 are usually ketone-resistant.
When should someone with Type 2 consider testing for ketones?
During acute illness or following trauma.
When should someone with Type 1 test for ketones?
When blood glucose consistently >300 mg/dl or when ill.
In what situation should ketone testing be considered in anyone with diabetes?
When trying to lose weight by calorie restriction
What is MNT?
Medical Nutrition Therapy, used in diabetics to manage glycemic control, maintain lipid profile, achieve blood pressure goal, among other goals for those with diabetes.
What is the recommended fiber intake?
14 grams/1000 kcal, with 1/2 of grain coming from whole grains
Ideal calories for weight maintenance?
11 kcal/pound ideal body weight
Ideal carbohydrate intake?
130 grams/day minimum, 45-65% of total calories
Ideal protein intake?
15-20% of daily caloric intake. There are 7 grams of protein per ounce.
Ideal fat intake?
25-30% of daily calories, less than 7% should be saturated fat. For individual foods, make sure saturated fat is <1 gram saturated fat per 100 calories. NO trans fat at all.
Should fructose be eliminated from diet of diabetics?
Not necessary if those are only 3-4% of total calories.
When counting carbohydrates of food containing sugar alcohols, how much should be subtracted from the total carbs?
Subtract half of the sugar alcohol grams from total carbs
What are the approved non-nutritive sweeteners?
acesulfame potassium, aspartame, neotame, saccharin, and sucralose.
What is the daily limit of cholesterol intake?
200 mg/day
Does consuming protein with carbohydrate slow the blood glucose response to carbohydrate or influence peak activity?
No.
Does consuming protein prior to bedtime prevent nocturnal hypoglycemia?
No, the current recommendation for insulin users is to reduce insulin dose or consume a snack, either carb alone or with protein, prior to bedtime.
Recommended daily protein intake as % of calories
20%
Dietary protein intake for Americans
1.2 - 1.4 g/kg of body weight (15-20% of daily energy)
How much should protein be reduced in microalbuminuria?
Reduce to 0.8 - 1 g/kg body weight per day for renal function
How much should protein be reduced in clinical nephropathy?
Reduce to 0.8 g/kg of body weight per day to improve renal function
Excess waist circumference associated with risk factor for diabetes, CV disease, Hypertension, and dyslipidemia:
> 40 inches in men and >35 inches in women
BMI Classifications
18.5-24.9 Ideal 25-29.9 Overweight 30-34.9 Obese, high risk 35-39.9 Very high risk >40 Extremely high risk
Hypocaloric diets in obese women with gestational diabetes can result in ___________.
Ketosis