Type 1 Diabetes


 Jason is 11 years old and has Type 1 Diabetes. He was diagnosed with Diabetes when he was 5 years old. He is comfortable taking his “blood sugar” readings during the day. He likes to participate in sports and is on the soccer team, which practices three times a week after school. His mother always packs his lunch for school so he does not have to worry about eating the food in the cafeteria.

For this written assignment plan a day’s meal for Jason.

  • Include breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks.
  • In particular, include any snacks he may need after school to maintain a balanced diet during soccer practice.
  • Also include a brief discussion about three issues/considerations regarding nutrition, diabetes, and children that nurses must be aware of.

 

Review the following resources on Diabetic Meal Planning.

You may use any of the resources found in this module or any other evidence-based sources (include those as in-text citations and references using APA Editorial Format).