Question of Week | What is Best Eye Care Guideline?
AL is 24 with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes. AL is very worried about going blind because an Aunt with Type 1 diabetes lost her vision due to living with type 1 diabetes.
Which of the following matches the ADA guidelines for diabetes eye care?
- An eye examination is recommended before pregnancy.
- Get eye exam immediately at type 1 diabetes diagnosis, then yearly thereafter.
- If no retinopathy found on initial exam, refer to trained retinal expert for thorough exam.
- Only trained opthalmologists can screen for type 1 diabetes eye disease.
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Level 2 | Microvascular Complications, Eye Kidney, & Nerve Disease Standards | 1.5 CEs
This course provides you with the need-to-know information regarding the microvascular complications of diabetes. We start with a brief overview of the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations then sum up with prevention strategies and screening guidelines. This straight-forward program will provide you with information you can use in your clinical setting and also provides critical content for the diabetes educator exam.
Objectives:
- Eye, kidney and nerve disease
- Modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for diabetes complications
- Screening guidelines and prevention strategies.
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Level 2 | Setting up a Successful DSME Program Standards | 1.5 CEs
This course provides you with a succinct overview of the latest standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) and Support Programs. If you are taking the CDCES Exam or considering setting up a DSME program, this program is designed for you. We review the 10 standards and provide strategies on implementation. In addition, we discuss Medicare Reimbursement and covered benefits. This course provides insights into the exam philosophy and also highlights critical content areas.
Objectives:
- The steps involved in setting up a Diabetes Program
- List program essentials
- Discuss marketing strategies for success
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Question of Week | Protecting Kidney Function, Best Strategies
JR is 53 years old with type 2 diabetes for the past 7 years. JR’s BMI is 32, GFR is more than 60, blood pressure is 128/76, Urinary Albumin Creatinine Ratio (UACR) is 17mg/g.
According to the ADA Standards, which of the following is the most accurate recommendation to continue to protect JR’s kidney function?
- Initiate low dose ACE Inhibitor or ARB
- Focus on lifestyle changes
- Maintain protein intake to ~0.7 g/kg
- Reduce sodium intake to 1000 mg per day
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Level 2 | Microvascular Complications, Eye Kidney, & Nerve Disease Standards | 1.5 CEs
This course provides you with the need-to-know information regarding the microvascular complications of diabetes. We start with a brief overview of the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations then sum up with prevention strategies and screening guidelines. This straight-forward program will provide you with information you can use in your clinical setting and also provides critical content for the diabetes educator exam.
Objectives:
- Eye, kidney and nerve disease
- Modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for diabetes complications
- Screening guidelines and prevention strategies.
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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 Week | Are diet sodas good for me?
JR has type 2 diabetes and is trying to lose weight by eating less and moving more. JR asks your advice about drinking diet sodas.
Based on the recommendations in the ADA Standards of Care, what is the best response?
- Sodas that contain non-nutritive sweeteners help with weight loss and increase sugar cravings.
- Try to decrease intake of beverages with non-nutritive sweeteners and increase water intake.
- Drinking beverages with non-nutritive sweeteners is better than drinking sugary beverages.
- Research has found that drinking beverages with nonnutritive sweeteners decreases diabetes risk.
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Question of Week | Best meal planning approach with GDM
LS is 26 weeks pregnant and just discovered she has gestational diabetes. LS asks you what type of meal planning approach will help keep her and the baby healthy.
According to the ADA Standards of Care, what is the most accurate response?
- To promote healthy fetal development, consume about 175 gms of carb a day.
- Try to eliminate simple carbohydrates to decrease risk of reactive hypoglycemia.
- Consume the majority of carbs in the morning when you are most insulin resistant.
- Eat no more than one serving of fruit a day to prevent hepatic fructose toxicity.
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Level 2 | Pregnancy & Diabetes Standards | 1.5 CEs
People living with diabetes who are pregnant are 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.
Topics include:
- 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 mother and baby healthy
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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 Week | Why is JR missing insulin dose?
JR is 78, lives alone and manages their diabetes with bolus insulin at breakfast and dinner and basal insulin at night. For the past few months, JR has had trouble remembering to take insulin with meals and JR’s most recent A1c is above 9%.
Which of the following is most likely contributing to this change of behavior for JR?
- Increased frequency of hypoglycemia.
- Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
- Alzheimer dementia.
- Adjustment of statin dose.
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Level 2 | Older Adults & Diabetes | 1.5 CEs
We have updated this content based on the ADA 2021 Standards of Care.
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 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 advocate
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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 | July 6, 2021
JR is a 15-year-old with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes, with an A1c of 8.3% and elevated lipids.
In addition to nutrition and activity coaching, which of the following medications are FDA approved for pediatrics?
- Glipizide and Sitagliptin
- SGLT-2 Inhibitors and GLP-1 Receptor Agonists
- Glimepiride and Empagliflozin
- Liraglutide and Metformin
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Level 2 | From Tots to Teens Diabetes Standards | 1.5 CEs
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.
Topics include:
- 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 | Prepping for Surgery
AR is living with type 2 diabetes, has an A1c of 7.4%, and takes metformin 1000 BID and 60 units of glargine at bedtime. AR is admitted to the hospital overnight for early morning surgery.
According to ADA Guidelines, what adjustment in his diabetes medications are needed to prepare for a safe surgery?
- Hold the evening metformin and glargine the night before surgery to prevent perioperative hypoglycemia.
- Hold morning metformin the day of surgery and give about 40 units of bedtime glargine the night before surgery.
- Hold metformin 3 days before surgery and give 60 units of bedtime glargine the night before surgery.
- Hold the metformin the day before surgery and give the glargine the morning of surgery to prevent perioperative hyperglycemia.
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Level 2 | Hospitals & Hyperglycemia Standards | 1.5 CEs
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 outline practical strategies to achieve targets in the inpatient setting. We incorporate the latest ADA Standards and provide links to resources and inpatient management templates.
Topics include:
- The impact of hyperglycemia in the hospital setting.
- The importance of inpatient glucose control.
- Three strategies to get glucose to goal in the hospital setting.
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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 | How do Pregnancy Hormones affect Glucose?
ML has type 1 diabetes, her A1c is on target and she and is hoping to get pregnant in the upcoming year.
Which of the following statement best reflects the physiologic changes associated with pregnancy?
- A sharp increase in glucose levels in the first trimester due to placental hormones.
- A decrease in insulin needs during the second and third trimester.
- A minimal fluctuation in insulin needs until about 36 weeks.
- A decrease in insulin needs during the first 16 weeks.
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Level 2 | Pregnancy & Diabetes Standards | 1.5 CEs
People living with diabetes who are pregnant are 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.
Topics include:
- 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 mother and baby healthy
See Full Calendar for upcoming webinars and Virtual Courses.
Can’t make it live? All paid registrants are guaranteed access to the video presentation, handouts and podcasts.
Sign up for Diabetes Blog Bytes – we post one daily Blog Byte from Monday to Friday. And of course, Tuesday is our Question of the Week. It’s Informative and FREE! Sign up below!
[yikes-mailchimp form=”1″]Accreditation: Diabetes Education Services is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider 12640, and Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), Provider DI002. Since these programs are approved by the CDR it satisfies the CE requirements for the CDCES regardless of your profession.*
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.
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