Chronic Disease Assignment<\/p>\n
According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2023), six out of ten adults in the United States have at least one chronic disease, and about four in ten have two or more chronic diseases. Chronic diseases are among the leading causes of death and disability in the U.S. Chronic diseases include cardiovascular conditions, cancers, diabetes mellitus, and Alzheimer\u2019s. Diet is a lifestyle factor that affects the development of many chronic conditions and even some neurological diseases. Proper dietary management can significantly influence the prognosis of these diseases.<\/p>\n
After studying Module 6: Lecture Materials & Resources, read the case study and answer the following:<\/p>\n
Lenora is a 57-year-old Jamaican American female who works as a desk clerk. Her job requires her to sit all day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., then she drives for one hour to go home. Her sedentary lifestyle contributes to her health challenges. She lives alone in a studio apartment. By the time she gets home, she is tired and barely has time to pick up some fast food. She was recently diagnosed with hypertension and diabetes type 2. This diagnosis marks a critical point for necessary lifestyle changes. She is 5\u2019 5\u201d tall and weighs 180 pounds with a BMI of 30.1. Her blood pressure was 150\/105 and her HbA1C of 7.5%. These values indicate that her health conditions are not well-controlled. The healthcare team starts Lenora on atenolol (Tenormin) for her hypertension and metformin (Glucophage) for her diabetes. Medication is just one part of managing her conditions effectively.<\/p>\n
References:<\/p>\n
Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. (2023). About chronic diseases. https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/chronicdisease\/about\/index.htm#risks
\nIn paragraph form:<\/p>\n
Provide at least two (2) complications of uncontrolled hypertension and diabetes. These complications can severely impact quality of life if not managed properly. Provide at least two (2) risk factors that may contribute to Lenora\u2019s development of hypertension (see Appendix J: Body Mass Index (BMI) of your textbook). Understanding these risk factors is crucial for effective prevention strategies. Describe what is HbA1C and how is it used to monitor diabetes? (see Chapter 20, page 564 of your textbook). HbA1C is an essential tool for assessing long-term glucose control. Discuss what dietary counseling will Lenora need to control her hypertension and diabetes? Provide at least two (2) examples. Dietary adjustments are pivotal in managing both conditions.<\/p>\n
References:<\/p>\n
American Heart Association. (2023). Understanding Blood Pressure Readings.
\nDiabetes UK. (2023). Diet and Diabetes.<\/p>\n
Research Topics:
\n“Managing Chronic Conditions: A Case Study on Hypertension and Diabetes”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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