Diabetes Nursing
Diabetes or Diabetes Mellitus is a metabolic disease where blood glucose levels are abnormally high. There are three types of diabetes of Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes and Gestational diabetes. A diabetes nurse is the nurse who specializes in the care and management of patients with diabetes. They can be registered nurses, advanced-practice nurses, or nurses working in an expanded role. They can manage patients with both Type I and Type II diabetes, as well as women with gestational diabetes. Diabetes education can be one on one with patients, or via a group class. Diabetes nurse educators must also reach patients about the importance of diet and nutrition.