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David G. Marrero. 1,000 Years of Diabetes Wisdom
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 1
Underestimating Patients
Determination Is the Key
Underestimating Is Under Serving
Believing in People’s Strength
Patients Find Their Own Answers
Strength of the Human Spirit
Appearances Can Be Deceiving
Walking in the Patient’s Shoes
The Blind Leading the Blind
CHAPTER 2
Listening and Asking Questions
The Value of Authenticity
Focusing on the Individual Patient
Answering Important Questions
Don’t Underestimate Your Influence
Help Patients Care for Themselves
Focus on the Patient’s Needs
There Are Two Sides to Every Story
There Is Always Something to Learn
Communication Is a Two-Way Street
Put Patient Care Above Everything
Asking the Tough Questions
When Age Becomes a Factor
Taking Care of Each Other
CHAPTER 3
Parenting and Family
A Bond Between Mothers
The Importance of Family
You Don’t Have to Walk Alone
The Challenges Parents Face
What They Really Need to Know
A Shoulder to Lean On
Diabetes As a Prism of Life
Learn Everything You Can
CHAPTER 4
Cultural Barriers
Let the Patient Lead the Way
Cultural Beliefs and Education
Diabetes in a Developing Country
Acceptance Is Not a Guarantee
CHAPTER 5
Individual Patient Attention
Trust the Patient
Emotional Problems Can Hinder Care
Discover the Patient’s Motivation
Sometimes the Answer is Simple
Problems Lurking Below the Surface
Learning From Our Mistakes
Thinking Outside the Box
Go With Your Gut Feelings
Small Events Lead to Life Changes
CHAPTER 6
The Patient Becomes the Teacher
Compromise May Be the Answer
Changing Your Career Focus
Rules of the Game
When to Lead, When to Follow
Taking Personal Responsibility
Approaching Goals With Patients
Realistic Expectations
Gaining Wisdom From Mentors
Enter Their World
Always Prepare a Plan B
When Things Go Terribly Wrong
Appreciate the Small Victories
Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks
Index
INDEX
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