Q. Nature of disease?
Education is very important for diabetics because it is a lifelong disorder. In order to enable the patient to lead a healthy and a good quality Life free from complications, the diabetics must be educated sufficiently in the areas given below:
• The nature of disease.
• Its acute and chronic complications, (consequences of negligence).
• Self monitoring at regular interval for sugar (urine and blood) and serum lipids or any weight alterations and importance of weight maintenance.
• Adequate information on the diet (foods restricted, foods given in the moderation and free foods, concept of food exchanges glycemic index and planning meals).
• Knowledge about insulin and drugs in relation to carbohydrates.
• Importance of management by Diet, drugs and exercise.
• Sick day guidelines
• Clarification of common food fads and misbeliefs.