This course will review two very common chronic illnesses - Diabetes Mellitus (DM) and Renal Failure (RF). Participants will learn about the incidence, risk factors and etiology, pathophysiology, and clinical manifestations associated with these diseases. In addition to learning about the types of DM, and the differences between acute and chronic renal failure, participants will review assessment skills and strategies to better assist clients with these diseases. Lab values that are followed in these conditions, as well as associated symptoms in the client, will be discussed.