Diabetes Management for Seniors at Home

# Diabetes Management for Seniors at Home Managing diabetes in elderly patients requires careful attention to diet, medication, and lifestyle. ## Blood Sugar Monitoring ### Testing Schedule - Fasting glucose (morning) - Before meals - 2 hours after meals - Before bedtime ### Target Ranges - Fasting: 80-130 mg/dL - After meals: <180 mg/dL - Adjust based on doctor's recommendations ## Medication Management ### Oral Medications - Timing with meals - Proper storage - Side effect monitoring ### Insulin Therapy - Correct dosing - Injection technique - Rotation of injection sites - Storage requirements ## Diet Planning ### Recommended Foods - Whole grains - Lean proteins - Non-starchy vegetables - Healthy fats - Limited fruits ### Foods to Limit - Refined sugars - White bread/rice - Processed foods - Sugary beverages ## Exercise Guidelines - 30 minutes daily walking - Gentle yoga - Chair exercises - Check feet before/after ## Complication Prevention ### Foot Care - Daily inspection - Proper footwear - Immediate wound treatment ### Eye Care - Regular check-ups - Blood sugar control - Vision monitoring Home healthcare nurses can help with glucose monitoring, medication management, and diet planning for diabetic seniors.