Flexible insulin regimens for teenage patients with diabetes
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A patients education programme is used to educate teenage diabetes patients to shift from a twice-daily insulin regimen to a multiple daily injection (MDI) regimen, as it helps in greater reduction of mass index and better diabetes control of the patient, in addition to several other advantages.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2007
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How contraception nurses can improve teenage sexual health
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The rising incidence of unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections among teenagers has made teenage sexual health a government priority. The factors affecting teenage sexual activity and how nurses can help young people take responsibility for their sexuality are discussed.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2005
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The challenge of teenage smoking
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It is estimated that 450 young people start smoking in the U.K. everyday. Young people require different support system than adults for cessation of smoking. Teenagers must be proactively and consistently educated about the effects of nicotine addiction.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2004
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