Nutrition 6 project

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Project Outline: Diabetes Type 2

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Thesis statement: this project will be an evaluation of diabetes type 2 and the connection with nutrition. Diabetes is a common disease in general but the study considers focusing on Type 2 because it is greatly affecting all age groups in the world. Individuals diagnosed with diabetes Type 2 most often experience diverse health complications because the disease has proven to be a catalyst for other health complications.

1. Introduction

i. What is diabetes type 2?

ii. Symptoms

2. How nutrition plays a vital role in diabetes type 2

i. The relationship between diabetes type 2 and dieting -obesity and overweight have been established as the highest causative factors of diabetes type 2 and this implies that how one eats and drinks greatly affects their health.

ii. The relationship between diabetes type 2 and exercising -exercising helps reduce fats, relieves stress, and consumes insulin which are all determinants of blood sugar and type 2.

3. Etiology

i. Lifestyle disease -lack of nutrition, exercising, and poor eating habits.

ii. Genetics

4. Progression

i. Diabetes type 2 is a progressive disease. Over time one risks myocardial infarction, hyperglycemia, and stroke.

ii. Decline in beta cells (β-cell) functions.

iii. Insulin resistance worsening.

5. Treatment

i. Control methods

ii. Medication

6. Recommended diets

i. Practice the plate method.

ii. Manage carbohydrate diet intake

iii. Limit processed or refined carbohydrates in favor of whole grains.

7. Nursing Assessment and Interventions

A. Assessments

i. Foot assessment

ii. Funduscopic examination

iii. Vital signs

iv. Vascular examinations

B. Interventions

i. The foundations -encourage meal planning, weight control, and exercising.

ii. Behavioral therapy.

iii. Educate clients on certain topics -insulin and food relationship, the importance of good eating habits, the importance of exercising, and personalized meal plans.

8. Evaluation to determine adherence

i. Continuous glucose monitoring system.

ii. Patient empowerment to focus on diabetes control, medication, and education to broaden their knowledge.

9. Conclusion

i. Summary