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WORDS
AONEC- The most come goal is less than 7%. It is important to review the average blood
glucose equivalent to your A1C with your HCP.
CHOLESTEROL- A measure of your lipoproteins and indicates your risk for heart disease.
CKD- Chronic Kidney Disease
DEPRESSION- Tell you HCP if you feel your mental and emotional state has changed.
DILATING- Annual eye exam should include dilating the pupil of the eye to detect eye disease
of the retina.
DIETICIAN- A licensed dietitian can help you with healthy eating management
FEET- A routine of daily self-inspection can catch problems early. Take your shoes and socks
off during an office visit for HCP exam.
Emergency Card- Something everyone should carry
GFR- Glomerular Filtration Rate that tells you your stage of CKD
GLOMERULI- A part of the kidney that includes nephrons.
GLUCOSE- Blood sugar that you monitor with your glucose meter. Strive to keep glucose in
balance. Blood glucose control is the best defense in preventing advancing or worse kidney
disease.
GRAM- A metric weight measurement; used to describe carbs in foods.
HDL- Good Cholesterol
Insulin- Hormone made by the pancreas that allows glucose to be used by cells throughout
the body. When insulin is not able to be used or there is less insulin, you have high blood
sugar.
KIDNEYS- Two been shaped organs that filter your blood and excrete waste into the urine.
LAB TESTS- Ask your HCP for a copy of your lab tests
LDL- Bad cholesterol
MICROALBUMIN- albumin is a protein in the blood and can be checked for in urine. It may be
the first sign of kidney damage and disease.
OVER-THE-COUNTER- Called AKA is any medicine not prescribed by a HCP. It is very
important to check every OTC with your HCP because of potential effect on your kidneys.
NSAIDs- Aspirin, naproxen, ibuprofen., etc. Can decrease GFR in patients with CKD. Discuss
NSAID use with your HCP.
PARTNER- Build your relationship with your HCP by asking questions and explaining your
symptoms.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY- For 30 minutes every day so that your heart rate increases. This can be
broken into three 10 minute timeframes.
PLAQUE- A sticky film of germs
PROTENURIA- Large proteins in the urine and a sign of worse kidney function.
QUALITY OF LIFE- Living the best life possible with a sense of wellness.
RETINOPATHY- Disease of the retina in the back of the eye.
SELF-MANAGEMENT- The behaviors (actions) you take in the management of chronic illness.
This includes healthy eating and physical activity and use of self-management tools
SOCIAL SUPPORT- Self-management includes awareness of your social circle and building a
partnership with your HCP.
TEETH- Important to have regular cleanings to prevent periodontitis, an infection in the gums
and bone surrounding the teeth. This could easily spread to the heart.
WEIGHT- Keeping your weight down is one good way to help manage your blood pressure,
your glucose, and your health overall.