Diabetes Nursing Care Plan

Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
Email: [YOUR EMAIL]
Date: November 21, 2050

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Patient Information

• Name: Emie Howell

• Age: 58

• Diagnosis: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

• Date of Admission: November 21, 2050

• Primary Physician: Dr. Tracey Gleason

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Assessment

• Blood Glucose Levels: Fasting 180 mg/dL, Postprandial 250 mg/dL

• Physical Findings: Fatigue, blurred vision, weight 190 lbs, BP 135/85 mmHg

• Medical History: Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, family history of diabetes

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Nursing Diagnoses

1. Ineffective Health Management (knowledge deficit)

2. Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose Levels

3. Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity (poor circulation)

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Goals/Outcomes

1. Short-Term: Patient will demonstrate blood glucose monitoring by November 30, 2050.

2. Long-Term: Patient will maintain glucose levels (70-130 mg/dL) consistently for 3 months.

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Interventions

Intervention	Rationale	Timeline	Outcome
Educate on blood glucose monitoring.	Empower patient to manage blood glucose effectively.	November 30, 2050	Correct monitoring demonstrated.
Teach insulin injection techniques.	Ensure proper insulin use and prevent complications.	November 30, 2050	Correct injection demonstrated.
Collaborate with dietitian for meal planning.	Promote diet control of blood glucose.	December 5, 2050	Verbalized understanding of diet.
Monitor blood pressure, A1C levels, and cholesterol.	Assess overall diabetes control and prevent complications.	Bi-weekly	Stable A1C below 7%, BP 130/80 mmHg.

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Evaluation

1. Blood Glucose Monitoring: Correct technique demonstrated by November 30, 2050.

2. Glucose Control: Pre-meal glucose levels within target range (90-130 mg/dL).

3. Diet: Successful integration of diabetic-friendly meals.

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Follow-Up

• Appointments:

  • Endocrinology: December 5, 2050

  • Dietitian: December 3, 2050

  • Next blood work: January 10, 2051

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