Question of the Week | Best advice on adding new med, Mounjaro
The FDA recently approved the new ‘twincretin” dual incretin hormone therapy called Tirzepatide (Mounjaro). The provider wants to start a person with type 2 diabetes on this new medication and asks for your consultation. The person’s current medications for type 2 diabetes include metformin, empagliflozin (Jardiance), semaglutide (Ozempic), and Pravachol. What is the best response to the provider?
- Inform provider that Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) is contraindicated in people taking SGLT-2 Inhibitors.
- Recommend stopping the semaglutide (Ozempic) before starting the Tirzepatide (Mounjaro).
- Reinforce the importance of prescribing a CGM before starting Tirzepatide (Mounjaro).
- Request provider also prescribes Glucagon rescue med in case of severe hypoglycemia.
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New Dual Incretin Injectable – “TwinCretin”
The FDA just approved a novel, dual incretin hormone therapy called Tirzepatide (Mounjaro).
This new twin incretin injectable includes not only a GLP-1 Receptor Agonist, but also a Glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP), which magnifies the therapeutic effectiveness. The SURPASS studies indicate that study participants experienced an A1C drop of up to 2.5% and weight loss of up to 10kg or more.
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Question of the Week | Best blood sugar fix?
LS wears an insulin pump and uses lispro insulin. LS has an average basal rate of 0.6 units and hour, a 1:15 carb ratio and a 1:50 correction ratio. Based on the ambulatory glucose profile, LS is experiencing elevated glucose levels from 4am to 7am. To get glucose to target, what is the best next step?
- Add basal insulin glargine to prevent Somogyi effect
- Make sure LS isn’t consuming carbohydrates after 10pm
- Ask LS to double check their CGM insertion site
- Increase the basal rate to prevent glucose elevations
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Virtual DiabetesEd Specialist Conference
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Airs October 12-14th, 2022
Whether you are new to diabetes or a seasoned expert, you’ll benefit from this virtual conference with the latest research plus critical content that you can immediately apply to your clinical practice.
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If you are seeking a state-of-the-art review of current diabetes care, this course is for you. Our team has been fine-tuning this course for over fifteen years, and we know what you need. This program can also be a great addition to your CDCES or BC-ADM exam study plan.
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- Resources for each session.
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Deluxe Version includes Syllabus, Standards and Swag*:
- Diabetes Educator Course 2022 Syllabus Hard Copy – over 100 pages -This spiral-bound workbook contains the printed version of all of the instructor’s slides.
- ADA 2022 Standards of Care Book -The ADA Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes is a key resource for healthcare professionals involved in diabetes care, education, and support.
- DiabetesEd Services highlighters, Medication PocketCard, Tote Bag and Pen
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Basic Option for $399: Virtual Program includes:
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- Resources for each session.
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Question of the Week | New diabetes at 13, best next step?
MR is 13 years old, and went to urgent care because they weren’t feeling well and told the Provider “I feel so tired all the time and I have to go the bathroom a lot”. The provider draws labs and gets a urine sample. The A1C is 8.7% with some ketones in the urine. The antibody results aren’t back yet. Based on the ADA Standards and this information, what is the best action?
- Start MR on basal insulin
- Order a nutrition consult ASAP and provide MR with a meter
- Initiate GLP-1 therapy to help lower glucose and A1C
- Start metformin therapy, then add exenatide XR if needed
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From Tots to Teens | Level 2 | $29 for 1.5 CEs
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This course includes updated goals and guidelines for children living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. This course discusses the special issues diabetes educators need to be aware of when working with children with diabetes and their families. We discuss the clinical presentation of diabetes, goals of care, and normal growth and development through the early years through adolescence. Strategies to prevent acute and long term complications are included with an emphasis on positive coping for family and child with diabetes.
Objectives:
- Discuss the goals of care for Type 1 and Type 2 Kids with Diabetes
- State Strategies to prevent acute and chronic complications
- Discuss the importance of positive psychosocial adjustment and resources
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Question of the Week | How is fatty liver disease defined?
45 to 75% of individuals with type 2 diabetes have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). NAFLD has associated with an increased risk of steatohepatitis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer. Which of the following statements is true based on ADA Standards of Care?
- Elevated ALT and AST indicate a diagnosis of NAFLD.
- Approved treatment for NAFLD includes low-dose aspirin and pioglitazone.
- Fatty liver disease indicates that 5-10% of the liver weight is from fat.
- Surgical intervention is indicated to resect the liver in the presence of NAFLD.
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During this webinar, Coach Beverly will help you transform your nervousness into focused energy that will help you succeed. She will provide test-taking tips based on her experience taking the certification exam six times.
To provide plenty of practice, Coach Beverly will sample 20 test questions that have been plucked from our Test Taking Toolkit during this live webinar.
She will explain how to dissect the question, eliminate wrong answers and avoid getting lured in by juicy answers.
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Includes a review of 20 sample test questions with test taking strategies.
This includes access to the recorded version of this webinar on your Online University Student Portal.
Plus, the Test Taking Toolkit provides you with over 200+ sample online practice questions, simulating the exam experience.
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Whether you are new to diabetes or a seasoned expert, you’ll benefit from this virtual conference with the latest research plus critical content that you can immediately apply to your clinical practice.
If you are seeking a state-of-the-art review of current diabetes care, this course is for you. Our team has been fine-tuning this course for over fifteen years, and we know what you need. This program can also be a great addition to your CDCES or BC-ADM exam study plan.
Join us LIVE for this Virtual Course and enjoy a sense of community!
Team of expert faculty includes:
- Diana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM, BCACP, CDCES – Educator of the Year, 2020
- Coach Beverly Thomassian, RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM
- Ashley LaBrier, MS, RD, CDCES, Diabetes Program Coordinator
Virtual DiabetesEd Specialist Conference Deluxe | 30+ CEs
Deluxe Option for $499: Virtual Program includes:
- Q & A Session with the instructor after each webinar.
- LIVE Presentations by our team of experts.
- State of the art review of current diabetes care and technology.
- Resources for each session.
- Access to free podcasts and video recordings within a week of each live session for one year.
Deluxe Version includes Syllabus, Standards and Swag*:
- Diabetes Educator Course 2022 Syllabus Hard Copy – over 100 pages -This spiral-bound workbook contains the printed version of all of the instructor’s slides.
- ADA 2022 Standards of Care Book -The ADA Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes is a key resource for healthcare professionals involved in diabetes care, education, and support.
- DiabetesEd Services highlighters, Medication PocketCard, Tote Bag and Pen
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Question of the Week | Pregnancy Surprise with Type 1 Diabetes
AR has type 1 diabetes and is in shock because they just discovered they are 6 weeks pregnant. AR uses a CGM and insulin pump to manage their diabetes and their most recent A1C is 8.3%. Which of the following is a potential complication associated with hyperglycemia during the first 10 weeks of pregnancy?
- Macrosomia and post-natal jaundice
- Intrauterine hypoglycemia
- Neonatal respiratory distress
- Diabetic embryopathy
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Pregnancy & Diabetes Standards | Level 2 | $29 for 1.5 CEs
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Pregnancy with diabetes is confronted with a variety of issues that require special attention, education, and understanding. This course reviews those special needs while focusing on Gestational Diabetes and Pre-Existing Diabetes. Included are the most recent diagnostic criteria, management goals, and prevention of complications during pregnancy. A helpful review for the CDCES Exam and for those who want more information on people who are pregnant and live with Diabetes.
Objectives:
- Three issues that affect pregnancy with diabetes
- The unique attributes of pre-existing diabetes in pregnancy and gestational diabetes
- Diagnostic criteria and management goals for gestational diabetes
- Potential short term and long term complications of fetal exposure to hypoglycemia
- Prevention measures to keep parent and baby healthy
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Question of the Week | Best glucose monitoring practice in the hospital?
JL is a new nursing graduate and asks you questions about glucose monitoring in the inpatient setting. Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding providing diabetes care in the hospital setting?
- If a patient is experiencing morning hypoglycemia, reduce basal insulin.
- Nursing staff can use the patient’s CGM glucose results to determine insulin dose.
- Any patient admitted with a glucose of 140 mg/dl or greater, confirmed on two different occasions, needs to be started on insulin.
- Hospital point-of-care glucose meters are mostly as accurate as lab glucose results.
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Hospitals & Hyperglycemia Standards | Level 2 | $29 for 1.5 CEs
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Research clearly demonstrates the importance of glucose control during hospitalization to improve outcomes not only in the inpatient setting but after discharge. This course reviews the evidence that supports inpatient glucose control and outlines practical strategies to achieve targets in the inpatient setting. We incorporate the latest ADA Standards and provide links to resources and inpatient management templates.
Objectives:
- The impact of hyperglycemia in the hospital setting
- The importance of inpatient glucose control
- Three strategies to get glucose to the goal in the hospital setting
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Question of the Week | Which diabetes meds safe during pregnancy?
AR says they just found out they are pregnant. AR has type 2 diabetes and polycystic ovary syndrome and takes metformin 1000mg BID, semaglutide (Ozempic) 1.0mg weekly, and 30 units glargine insulin for diabetes management. Her most recent A1C was 8.2%. What is the most important action to take?
- Add bolus insulin to get A1C less than 6.5%.
- Increase the semaglutide (Ozempic) to 2.0mg weekly.
- Add a SGLT-2 Inhibitor to get glucose to target.
- Instruct AR to stop the semaglutide (Ozempic).
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Pregnancy & Diabetes Standards | Level 2 | $29 for 1.5 CEs
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Pregnancy with diabetes is confronted with a variety of issues that require special attention, education, and understanding. This course reviews those special needs while focusing on Gestational Diabetes and Pre-Existing Diabetes. Included are the most recent diagnostic criteria, management goals, and prevention of complications during pregnancy. A helpful review for the CDCES Exam and for those who want more information on people who are pregnant and live with Diabetes.
Objectives:
- Three issues that affect pregnancy with diabetes
- The unique attributes of pre-existing diabetes in pregnancy and gestational diabetes
- Diagnostic criteria and management goals for gestational diabetes
- Potential short term and long term complications of fetal exposure to hypoglycemia
- Prevention measures to keep parent and baby healthy
The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the CDCES exam. CBDCE does not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES exam, except for those published by CBDCE.
Question of the Week | Insulin safe for older adults?
For older adults with diabetes using insulin therapy, which of the following is the most accurate statement?
- Due to cognitive decline, continuous glucose monitoring is not recommended for older adults.
- Older adults are at greater risk of hypoglycemia than younger adults.
- Divide basal insulin into two separate doses to enhance absorption.
- Give insulin after meals to prevent hypoglycemia.
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Older Adults & Diabetes Standards | Level 2
$29 for 1.5 CEs
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We are living longer and more people are getting diabetes. The American Diabetes Association has updated the Older Adults Standards, with special attention to considering the reduction of medication and insulin therapy intensity. The older population has unique issues and special needs that require consideration as we provide diabetes self-management education. This online course highlights key areas of assessment, intervention, and advocacy for older clients living with diabetes.
Objectives:
- Self-management considerations for older individuals
- Strategies to prevent complications and maintain optimal quality of life
- The role of the Diabetes Educator as advocates
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