Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Provide a definition of the pathophysiology to the cellular level and link to the most common signs and symptoms.
Explain the pathophysiologic and anatomic features involved.
What are the predisposing conditions and risk factors?
· genetics
· gender
· ethnicity
· age
· lifestyle and behavior
· environmental
Discuss discriminating features you would find in the history and physical exam.
Identify key diagnostics related to the diagnosis.
Discuss your plan for patient teaching.
· Are there possible barriers? facilitators?
· Medications to consider?
· Information on when to call 911 or seek further evaluation.
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