Case Study: Managing Diabetes Mellitus

Name: Cameon, Chariza Mae E. Year and Section: HRM 100E Score: _______

Lorna has been diagnosed to have diabetes. She is overweight and has been placed on a 1,200-
calorie diet by her physician. She finds it really hard to follow the diet. She is often hungry.

1. What should she include in her daily meals?

When someone has diabetes, nutrition, or healthy food intake, is a vital aspect of living a
healthy lifestyle. Lorna, in this case, has been ordered by her doctor to follow a diet of 1200
calories. With this in mind, she must strictly monitor her food consumption, particularly
high-calorie foods. Vegetables, fruits, and grains should be included in her daily diet.
Protein-rich foods, as well as nonfat or low-fat dairy. Lorna, on the other hand, should
restrict or avoid foods high in saturated or trans fat, foods high in sodium, sweets and
beverages with added sugar.

2. Write two goals for Lorna related to her diet and blood sugar.

 Consistency to day-to-day food choices, including a variety of foods parallel to

what is recommended.

 Promote good blood sugar (glucose) levels.

3. Write a nursing diagnosis for Lorna.

 Disturbed body image related to patient being overweight as evidenced by

patient having a time following a diet and often hungry.

Protein: Amino Acids

Name: Cameon, Chariza Mae E. Year and Section: HRM 100E Score: _______

Protein is a vital make-up and functioning material in all cells. It is important yet almost always
deficient in the Filipino diet. Most people in the United States, however, obtain more protein
than they need.

Meat, milk, and eggs are good sources like legumes, grains, and vegetables.

DIRECTION: Plan a whole-day menu for an individual whose budget for food is limited. He/she
must receive enough protein but cannot afford the more expensive sources.

MEAL SAMPLE MENU

 Egg sandwich, fruit oatmeal and milk
 
Breakfast  
 
 
Morning Snack  Fruit (any fruit) smoothie and banana toast bread
 
 
 Baked chicken and green beans
Lunch
 
 
 
 Veggie noodle bowl with fruits
Afternoon Snack
 
 
 
 One pan roasted veggies and fish or sardines
Dinner