Patient teaching is very important to the management of diabetes. Correct use of insulin, self-testing of glucose, use of other technology such as insulin pumps, and vigilance about preventing and detecting complications are key teaching topics. Develop a detailed teaching plan with an emphasis on self-management. Be sure to include a collaborative suggestion for another professional who would be involved in the teaching plan. Inclusion of culture, client developmental level, and socioeconomic factors should be considered. Client #4 A 44-year-old female patient with type two diabetes. Her most recent A1C was 11.2%. She has severe neuropathy in her feet and recently had had an eye exam which showed progressive retinopathy. Your plan should include teaching about potential complications related to diabetes.

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Patient teaching is very important to the management of diabetes. Correct use of insulin, self-testing of glucose, use of other technology such as insulin pumps, and vigilance about preventing and detecting complications are key teaching topics. Develop a detailed teaching plan with an emphasis on self-management. Be sure to include a collaborative suggestion for another professional who would be involved in the teaching plan. Inclusion of culture, client developmental level, and socioeconomic factors should be considered.

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A 44-year-old female patient with type two diabetes. Her most recent A1C was 11.2%. She has severe neuropathy in her feet and recently had had an eye exam which showed progressive retinopathy. Your plan should include teaching about potential complications related to diabetes. 

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