Free Diabetes Nursing Care Plan Template
Diabetes Nursing Care Plan
Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
Email: [YOUR EMAIL]
Date: November 21, 2050
Patient Information
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Name: Emie Howell
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Age: 58
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Diagnosis: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
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Date of Admission: November 21, 2050
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Primary Physician: Dr. Tracey Gleason
Assessment
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Blood Glucose Levels: Fasting 180 mg/dL, Postprandial 250 mg/dL
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Physical Findings: Fatigue, blurred vision, weight 190 lbs, BP 135/85 mmHg
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Medical History: Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, family history of diabetes
Nursing Diagnoses
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Ineffective Health Management (knowledge deficit)
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Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose Levels
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Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity (poor circulation)
Goals/Outcomes
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Short-Term: Patient will demonstrate blood glucose monitoring by November 30, 2050.
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Long-Term: Patient will maintain glucose levels (70-130 mg/dL) consistently for 3 months.
Interventions
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Intervention |
Rationale |
Timeline |
Outcome |
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Educate on blood glucose monitoring. |
Empower patient to manage blood glucose effectively. |
November 30, 2050 |
Correct monitoring demonstrated. |
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Teach insulin injection techniques. |
Ensure proper insulin use and prevent complications. |
November 30, 2050 |
Correct injection demonstrated. |
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Collaborate with dietitian for meal planning. |
Promote diet control of blood glucose. |
December 5, 2050 |
Verbalized understanding of diet. |
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Monitor blood pressure, A1C levels, and cholesterol. |
Assess overall diabetes control and prevent complications. |
Bi-weekly |
Stable A1C below 7%, BP 130/80 mmHg. |
Evaluation
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Blood Glucose Monitoring: Correct technique demonstrated by November 30, 2050.
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Glucose Control: Pre-meal glucose levels within target range (90-130 mg/dL).
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Diet: Successful integration of diabetic-friendly meals.
Follow-Up
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Appointments:
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Endocrinology: December 5, 2050
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Dietitian: December 3, 2050
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Next blood work: January 10, 2051
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