The Counsellor
The way you take your diabetes,is the key determinent to
your future health and wellness.The best way to stay ahead
and to prevent complications from catching up is to think
positive and get involved.
It takes courage and hope to get involved in your own care,
but it's worth it. The diabetic counsellor tests your attitude
towards your diabetes and gives you the option of finding
out how you can improve further to wellness.
Do you see your diabetes as a daily challenge, one that requires
your own strength, energy, and attention as well as the support
of your friends and family?
Yes/No/Not always
You understand that diabetes is a serious condition, but you
are optimistic about your treatment plan.
Yes/No/Not always
You're committed to taking responsibility for your self-care,
to following your regimen,
Yes/No/Not always
Are you welcome to learning as much as you can about your
diabetes.
Yes/No/Not always
Do You trust your health-care team, and you feel free to participate
in decisions about your diabetes care plan.
Yes/No/Not always
Do you believe your diabetes isn't a serious condition.
Yes/No/Not always
Do you feel that your care plan is impossible to follow.
Yes/No/Not always
Do you feel that your treatment won't work.
Yes/No/Not always
DO you feel that it's your doctor's responsibility to keep
you well and you dont have a part in it.
Yes/No/Not always
Do you feel that you can't change your lifestyle to fit your
diabetes regimen.
Yes/No/Not always
Do you have no time for medical appointments,
Yes/No/Not always
You feel that you can't depend on family and friends for support.
Yes/No/Not always
Do you think you are not strong enough, smart enough, or well
educated enough, to take responsibility for your self care?
Yes/No/Not always
Are you afraid you can't afford diabetes supplies?
Yes/No/Not always
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