Perform finger stick glucose testing, interview patient and spouse on whether blood glucose testing is being performed correctly and there technique in using a glucometer.
Can be delegated to: CNA/ RN
Cited Pathophysiology/Rationale for performing this intervention:
Euglycemia is a term used indicate normal blood glucose levels of 70-110 mg/dL requirement for the patient is to fast for >8 hours prior to the test (Peterson PowerPoint, 2015).
Monitoring blood glucose levels on a consistent regimen and regular basis contributes to the effective control and management of type II diabetes.
The total amount of food consumed must reflect the amount of insulin available therefore it is important to monitor blood glucose values to determine the amount of insulin to administer safely with meals to mimic the prandial …show more content…
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2.). Ascertain whether the patient and spouse are aware and know proper usage of Humalog and Metformin.
Can be delegated to: MD/ RN/ Pharmacist
Cited Pathophysiology/Rationale for performing this intervention:
Patient is on more than one diabetic medication, investigating on proper usage will allow the nurse to proper ascertain whether or not increased glucose levels are due to misuse of medication or noncompliance in use of diabetic medication.
3. Assess patient’s knowledge of physical side effects of continuous raised blood glucose levels
Can be delegated to: RN/ MD/ CNA
Cited Pathophysiology/Rationale for performing this intervention:
Some individuals learning level may stop at the medication usage and how the y feel at the moment, patient needs to see and hear what long-term effects may proliferate due to long term abuse of mismanagement.
4. Teach the patient and spouse a diet meal plan that will help keep blood sugars down while still maintaining proper nutrition and taste.
Can be delegated to: Dietician/
Can be delegated to: CNA/ RN
Cited Pathophysiology/Rationale for performing this intervention:
Euglycemia is a term used indicate normal blood glucose levels of 70-110 mg/dL requirement for the patient is to fast for >8 hours prior to the test (Peterson PowerPoint, 2015).
Monitoring blood glucose levels on a consistent regimen and regular basis contributes to the effective control and management of type II diabetes.
The total amount of food consumed must reflect the amount of insulin available therefore it is important to monitor blood glucose values to determine the amount of insulin to administer safely with meals to mimic the prandial …show more content…
505)
2.). Ascertain whether the patient and spouse are aware and know proper usage of Humalog and Metformin.
Can be delegated to: MD/ RN/ Pharmacist
Cited Pathophysiology/Rationale for performing this intervention:
Patient is on more than one diabetic medication, investigating on proper usage will allow the nurse to proper ascertain whether or not increased glucose levels are due to misuse of medication or noncompliance in use of diabetic medication.
3. Assess patient’s knowledge of physical side effects of continuous raised blood glucose levels
Can be delegated to: RN/ MD/ CNA
Cited Pathophysiology/Rationale for performing this intervention:
Some individuals learning level may stop at the medication usage and how the y feel at the moment, patient needs to see and hear what long-term effects may proliferate due to long term abuse of mismanagement.
4. Teach the patient and spouse a diet meal plan that will help keep blood sugars down while still maintaining proper nutrition and taste.
Can be delegated to: Dietician/