The fundamentals of diabetes care

Charlotte Gordon, Barry Hill*

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterised by elevated blood glucose levels with complications associated with micro- and macrovascular damage that has become a prevalent health concern worldwide. Nurses play a pivotal role in the prevention and management of this condition, providing both direct care and education. This article explores the fundamentals of diabetes care for registered nurses, highlighting the advancements and practical strategies in nursing practice in this area.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)762-764
Number of pages3
JournalBritish Journal of Nursing
Volume33
Issue number16
Early online date9 Sept 2024
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Sept 2024

Keywords

  • diabetes
  • nursing

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