What are “Good” vs. “Bad” carbohydrates?
Broward College SPC 1001 week 2 discussion
Subject: General Questions / General General Questions
Question
1) When are carbohydrates good for us?
2) What are "Good" vs. "Bad" carbohydrates?
3) When are they not good for us or our bodies?
4) What chemistry is involved in their breakdown, usage, and storage?
Once you have discussed this, then consider Hannah and Rose's situation, and THINK LIKE A NURSE!
Hannah is a 12 year old who has had Type I diabetes for a few years. Her mother, Rose, is a strict Vegetarian, and believes this is also the best diet plan for her daughter. Hannah says, "I just want to eat like all my friends do!" As a result, she often cheats, and lately, there has been a steady increase in Hannah's blood sugars. What are the first steps you would take, as Hannah's nurse, to assess her eating habits and understanding of Diabetes Mellitus? What SUBJECTIVE and OBJECTIVE observations are important for you to make?

