Insulin therapy and the reluctant patient. Overcoming obstacles to success.
When diabetic patients learn that insulin therapy is necessary, they may feel overwhelmed by anticipated changes in lifestyle. The key to success is to realize that every person with diabetes has individual needs and that these must be assessed, addressed, and accommodated. Better diabetes control will be the result.
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Joslin Diabetes Center, Boston, MA 02215.
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D003922:Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D007328:Insulin / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D008019:Life Style; D010342:Patient Acceptance of Health Care / Q000523:psychology*; D010349:Patient Compliance / Q000523:psychology; D010358:Patient Participation / Q000523:psychology; D017060:Patient Satisfaction
D007328:Insulin