HIM FPX 4610 Assessment 6 Health Topic Presentation

HIM FPX 4610 Assessment 6 Health Topic Presentation

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Capella University

HIM FPX 4610 Medical Terminology

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Brief Description of Presentation

• Types of Diabetes
• Causes
• Signs and Symptoms
• At-Risk Population
• Prognosis
• Diagnostic Procedures
• Treatment
• Support Systems
• Prevention

Types of Diabetes

• Type 1 Diabetes

  • The body produces little to no insulin.
  • Typically develops during adolescence.

• Type 2 Diabetes

  • The body does not produce insulin and becomes resistant to it.

Causes of Diabetes

• The causes for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes are similar.
• Genetics (most common factor).
• Lifestyle Factors
  • Diet and nutrition.
  • Obesity.

Signs and Symptoms

• Increased thirst.
• Frequent urination.
• Extreme hunger.
• Fatigue.
• Weakness.
• Weight loss.

At-Risk Population

• Individuals with obesity.
• Those aged 45 years or older.
• Low levels of physical activity.
• Family history of diabetes.

Prognosis

• Type 1 Diabetes

  • A lifelong condition requiring consistent insulin treatments.

• Type 2 Diabetes

  • Also a lifelong condition requiring consistent insulin treatments.
  • Aging can increase insulin resistance.
  • Some cases may be managed with dietary changes.

Diagnostic Procedures

• Fasting Plasma Glucose Test (FPG).
• Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT).
• Random Blood Glucose Test.
• Hemoglobin A1C.

Treatment

• Insulin injections.
• Oral medications (for Type 2).
• Adoption of a healthy lifestyle.

Support Systems

• American Diabetes Association

  • www.diabetes.org

• Children’s Diabetes Foundation

  • www.childrensdiabetesfoundation.org

Prevention

• Maintaining a healthy body weight.
• Engaging in regular physical activity.
• Following a nutritious diet.

References

American Diabetes Association. (n.d.). Community. Retrieved from https://www.diabetes.org/community

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (n.d.). Diabetes- Who’s at Risk? Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/basics/risk-factors.html

Children’s Diabetes Foundation. (n.d.). Diabetes Support Groups. Retrieved from https://www.childrensdiabetesfoundation.org/support-groups

Hanna, K. M., Juarez, B., Lenss, S. S., & Guthrie, D. (2003). Independent Decision Making in Diabetes Management Checklist. Issues in Comprehensive Pediatric Nursing.

Harvard Health Publishing. (2018). Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus. Retrieved from https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/type-1-diabetes-mellitus-a-to-z

Harvard Health Publishing. (2018). Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Retrieved from https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/type-2-diabetes-mellitus-a-to-z

Jacobson, A., & De Groot, M. S. (2003). Diabetes Quality of Life. Family Process.

HIM FPX 4610 Assessment 6 Health Topic Presentation

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