Hyperlipidemia and Diabetes Case Study, Obesity and Diabetes, Primary Diagnosis-Type 2 diabetes mellitus (ICD-10 code is E11.6)

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Hyperlipidemia and Diabetes Case Study Obesity and Diabetes The focus of the paper is to critically analyze the case study delineating the pathophysiology of a disease, assessment of the primary, ... the secondary, diagnosis as well as rationale. This paper will consist of diagnostics, medications, education, referrals and follow up visit. It will also include a discussion on cost of prescribed medication. Assessment Primary Diagnosis-Type 2 diabetes mellitus (ICD-10 code is E11.6) Pathophysiology- Type 2 diabetes mellitus is when the pancreas makes insulin to convert glucose into energy, but there is insulin resistance which caused a reduction of the use of insulin increasing blood glucose. The disorder is manifested by symptoms such as increased urination, thirst, hunger, fatigue, and dry mouth (Kahn, Cooper & Del Prato, 2014). pertinent positive findings- the patient has a glucose level of 130 mg/DL which normal ranges is between 70-100 mg/DL. The hemoglobin A1C level is 6.8% above the normal ranges of 4% to 5.6%. The signs and symptoms of diabetes are increased urination, tired feeling, hunger and thirsty (Inzucchi et al., 2015). pertinent negative findings- there no signs of weight loss rather the patient has gained weight. There were also no signs of dry mouth, loss of consciousness, blurred vision and headache (Powers et al., 2017). [Show More]

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