Diabetic neuropathy - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

diabetic neuropathy • common complication associated with diabetes mellitus (DM) • A progressive disorder with nerve fiber loss, atrophy, manifested by deteriorating neural function, progressively decreasing sensation and strength • Usually the involvement occurs in a distal, symmetric pattern termed diabetic polyneuropathy • can be focal or diffuse, and involve the ANS or somatic PN Incidence • greater in type I (insulin dependent) than type II • 50% Never develop sympt...

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What are some microvascular conditions? retinopathy nephropathy what are some macrovascular condition? aortic stenosis 00:28 01:25 macro-vascular is? large vessels micro-vessels small vessels what are some therapies for type 1 DM? carbohydrate counting daily exercise insulin type 1 diabetes patients lack _______ so it is important for them to have medication. insulin Esophageal varices represent a complication of ________ hyperte...

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Exam 3: NUR170/ NUR 170 (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Review |Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct - Galen Q: What is neuropathy? Answer: Pain, tingling, numbness in peripheries Q: Patients with neuropathy are at an increased risk for _______? Answer: Injury to feet Q: How should patients with neuropathy prevent injury to the feet? Answer: -Wear shoes all the time -Shoes should not be too tight...

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CERTIFIED FITTER OF THERAPEUTIC SHOES REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS//GRADED A+ Which type of nerve is typically unaffected by diabetic peripheral neuropathy? CERTIFIED FITTER OF THERAPEUTIC SHOES REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS//GRADED A+ Which type of nerve is typically unaffected by diabetic peripheral neuropathy? CERTIFIED FITTER OF THERAPEUTIC SHOES REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS//GRADED A+ Which type of nerve is typically unaffected by diabetic peripher...

HESI PHARMACOLOGY ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS 2024 (55 Questions & Answers Graded A+) A client taking atorvastatin develops and increase serum creatinine phosphokinase (CK) level. The nurse should assess the client for the onset of which problem? A. Peripheral edema B. Muscle tenderness C. Nausea and vomiting D. Excessive bruising B A client with diabetic peripheral neuropathy, who has been taking pregablin for two weeks reports diminished foot pain. The nurse notes that there is no impro...

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