Prescribing in Diabetes

Provides clear information on a range of treatment options and emphasises how patients can manage their condition independently.

Jill Hill (Author), Molly Courtenay (Author)

9780521713351, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 29 May 2008

214 pages, 21 b/w illus. 22 tables
18.7 x 12.2 x 1.1 cm, 0.24 kg

'This is an excellent reference for healthcare professionals managing the care of diabetic patients. Important information is clearly presented in tables. Many pictures and illustrations complement the text.' Doody's Notes

The effective management of diabetes can delay or even prevent the development of complications. Patients will often need to take a variety of medications, in addition to embracing lifestyle changes, to achieve this. Prescribing in Diabetes gives clear information about the options for treating the various aspects of diabetes, such as abnormal blood glucose, high blood pressure and abnormal cholesterol. It also gives practical advice on how to support people in managing their problems independently and improve their lifestyle, by making better choices armed with a thorough understanding of the condition and options for treatment. Chapters cover the range of methods available for the delivery of medicines to patients, the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes and an overview on how the drugs work. The book also discusses normal blood glucose regulation, self-monitoring, weight management, smoking cessation and the management of the most common complications.

Preface
1. Patient group directions, patient specific directions and prescribing
2. Pharmacology and decision-making in prescribing
3. Normal blood glucose regulation and diabetes
4. Supporting lifestyle changes and patient empowerment
5. Management of glycaemia by oral hypoglycaemic agents
6. Insulin therapy
7. Management of increased cardiovascular risk
8. Acute and long-term complications
Index.

Subject Areas: Nursing [MQC]