self management of DM

Question 1

Features of an “empowering consultation”

Answer 1

• Demonstration of acceptance and respect.
• 􀀃 Exploration of the emotional content of an issue.
• 􀀃 Demonstration of patient autonomy in choosing the content of the consultation.
• 􀀃 Working in an alliance to ensure informed decision making.
• 􀀃 Active participation of all parties in the communication/education process.

Question 2

what are general principles of motivational interviewing?

Answer 2

1. expressing empathy,
2. developing discrepancy,
3. rolling with resistance
4. supporting selfeffcacy.

Question 3

High BG increases risk of Periodontal disease but periodontal disease also increases risk of

Answer 3

High BG just like other infections.