How to diagnose diabetes
Article Abstract:
Diabetes is characterized by a chronically raised plasma glucose concentration, due to complete or relative lack of the hormone insulin, which maintains blood glucose within normal level. The World Health Organization has provided guidance concerning the diagnosis of diabetes and impaired glucose regulation.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2005
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The use of insulin to improve treatment in type 2 diabetes
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Diabetes is a global problem of increasing proportions and require adherence to tight treatment targets to prevent complications. A brief description on the use of insulin to gain good glycaemia control in type 2 diabetes is presented.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2005
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Devices for insulin administration
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The various injection and testing devices used in caring for patients with diabetes are described.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2003
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