Rationale of the Week | Best Action to Avoid Thanksgiving Post Meal Elevation?
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on avoiding Thanksgiving post meal elevation. 78% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and share … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | Best Action to Avoid Thanksgiving Post Meal Elevation?
Question of the Week | A1C 13.6% – Next Important Step?
KT is a 17-year-old with newly diagnosed diabetes and an A1C of 13.6%. The provider starts KT on 30 units of basal insulin and 10mg empagliflozin (Jardiance). KT is asked … Continue reading Question of the Week | A1C 13.6% – Next Important Step?
Holiday Survival Guide & Reframing Diabetes Distress – Steps to Success
The holiday season can be stressful and throw us off our normal routine. This can compromise sleep and disrupt usual eating habits. In addition, it can trigger feelings of distress … Continue reading Holiday Survival Guide & Reframing Diabetes Distress – Steps to Success
Rationale of the Week | Reluctant to Start Metformin due to Side Effects
For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on a person’s concerns about metformin use & potential side effects. 41% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | Reluctant to Start Metformin due to Side Effects
Diabetic Retinopathy: The Role of Diet in Prevention and Progression
Nutrition Intervention Can Protect Vision by Christine Craig, MS, RD, CDCES Recent research highlights the role of diet in preventing and slowing the progression of diabetes retinopathy, which is the … Continue reading Diabetic Retinopathy: The Role of Diet in Prevention and Progression
Question of the Week | Best Action to Avoid Thanksgiving Post Meal Elevation?
JR is excited about enjoying Thanksgiving with family but is a little worried about post-Thanksgiving meal blood sugar elevations. JR takes 1 unit bolus insulin for every 10 gms of … Continue reading Question of the Week | Best Action to Avoid Thanksgiving Post Meal Elevation?
Free Webinars | Revitalize your DSME and Prepare for BC-ADM Exam
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and there’s no better way to expand your knowledge than by attending one of the many free webinars hosted by Diabetes Education Services. These webinars … Continue reading Free Webinars | Revitalize your DSME and Prepare for BC-ADM Exam
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