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This essay provides an overview of diabetes mellitus, a chronic metabolic disease characterized by elevated blood glucose levels. The major risk factors for the disease are obesity, sedentary lifestyle, poor dietary habits, aging, and genetic predisposition. The essay describes the metabolism of glucose and the key roles of the pancreas in maintaining normal blood glucose levels. It also explains the three types of diabetes, type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes, along with their causes and symptoms. Additionally, the essay discusses some of the common nursing care problems that arise when managing diabetes, such as hypoglycemia, its symptoms, and the importance of identifying accurate blood sugar levels through HbA1C testing. The purpose of this essay is to provide authentic information to raise awareness among Australians about the risk factors and consequences of diabetes mellitus.
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