VA-DIABETES EXERCISE (356)    EDUCATION TOPICS (9999999.09)

Name Value
NAME VA-DIABETES EXERCISE
PRINT NAME Diabetes Exercise
CLASS LOCAL
EDUCATIONAL OUTCOME 
The patient will describe the relationship of exercise in maintaining an
ideal body weight and will strive to increase weekly exercise by an agreed
upon amount.
EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS 
1.  Stress the fact that exercise is a must in any weight/loss maintenance
3.  Discuss the positive effect of exercise on metabolism and the utilization
of carbohydrates.
 
4.  If using insulin, review the symptoms of hypoglycemia and how to treat a
hypolglycemic reaction.
 
5.  Review the exercise programs available in the community.
program.
 
2.  Review the basic recommendations of any exercise program:
    a.  If any diabetic complications exist, consult with provider.
    b.  Start out slow.
    c.  Exercise for 20 minutes a minimum of three times a week, which
would include brisk walking, aerobic exercises.