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Question of the Week | Best fix for hyperglycemic spike?
LS is 79 years old and their most recent A1c is 7.4%. LS takes metformin 1000 mg twice daily and sitagliptin (Januvia) plus 14 units of basaglar at before sleep at 2am. LS is excited that they started using a Freestyle Libre sensor and shows you the glucose trends. You notice that glucose levels rise to 250 – 350 in between noon to 4pm.
What is the next best action?
- Start bolus insulin at breakfast
- Increase basal insulin by 20%
- Add a low dose sulfonylurea
- Assess food timing and content
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Save your spot for our
Virtual DiabetesEd Specialist Conference | April 15-17, 2021
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.
Entire Program Fee: $399
Dates: April 15-17, 2021
Live Webinar Schedule: All webinars start and end times are in Pacific Standard Time
DiabetesEd Virtual Conference Flyer 2021
Diabetes Ed Virtual 3-Day Schedule 2021
Come join our Virtual DiabetesEd Specialist Program.
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 interested in taking the CDCES or BC-ADM exam or are seeking a state of the art review of current diabetes care, this course is for you.
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
In addition to informative lectures, we also use group activities and case studies to highlight the essential knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to succeed in diabetes education today!
Prepare for CDCES or BC-ADM certification or earn hours for renewal.
Your registrations include access to all the Online Sessions plus Bonus Courses through December 31st, 2021.
This virtual program includes:
3 day live webinar courses from April 15th-17th (20 CEs) + enrollment in our Bonus Bundle (14.0+ CEs) from now through December 2021.
- Live Q & A Session with the instructor after each webinar
- Presentations by our team of experts
- Handouts and Resources for each session
- Post-test questions
- A sense of community
- If you can’t attend the live webinars, a recorded version will be posted later the same day for viewing.
DiabetesEd Virtual Conference Flyer 2021
Diabetes Ed Virtual 3-Day Schedule 2021
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[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.
Question of the Week | February 9, 2021
RT is a 49-year-old with type 1 diabetes, admitted to a local hospital to treat Diabetes Ketoacidosis (DKA). RT is on an insulin drip, fluids and potassium replacement therapy and is getting hungry. The IV insulin is running at 2 units an hour and the RTs usual insulin dose at home is 12 units glargine at bedtime and 3-4 units of lispro before meals.
Before stopping the IV insulin, what is the most important action?
- Maintenance of glucose less than 200 for at least 4 hours
- Give 3 units of bolus insulin via IV and at least 6 units of glargine
- Evaluate labs to make sure that RT is ketone negative
- Determine if potassium replacement is still needed
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Save your spot for our
Virtual DiabetesEd Specialist Conference | April 15-17, 2021
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 interested in taking the CDCES or BC-ADM exam or are seeking a state-of-the-art review of current diabetes care, this course is for you.
DiabetesEd Virtual Conference Flyer 2021
Diabetes Ed Virtual 3-Day Schedule 2021
Entire Program Fee: $399
Dates: April 15-17, 2021
3 Expert Speakers
CEs: 30+ CE hours
Live Webinar Schedule: All webinars start and end times are in Pacific Standard Time
Come join our Virtual DiabetesEd Specialist Program.
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
In addition to informative lectures, we also use group activities and case studies to highlight the essential knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to succeed in diabetes education today!
Prepare for CDCES or BC-ADM certification or earn hours for renewal.
Your registrations include access to all the Online Sessions plus Bonus Courses through December 31st, 2021.
This virtual program includes:
3 day live webinar courses from April 15th-17th (20 CEs) + enrollment in our Bonus Bundle (14.0+ CEs) from now through December 2021.
- Live Q & A Session with the instructor after each webinar
- Presentations by our team of experts
- Handouts and Resources for each session
- Post-test questions
- A sense of community
- If you can’t attend the live webinars, a recorded version will be posted later the same day for viewing.
View full Conference Schedule and Faculty.
DiabetesEd Virtual Conference Flyer 2021
Diabetes Ed Virtual 3-Day Schedule 2021
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″]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 | Which vaccines does JL need?
JL is 65 years old and has diabetes. JL tells you they had two different pneumonia vaccines in the past, but they are wondering what vaccinations they need this year.
What is the BEST answer?
- Flu and Pneumonia PPSV23 [Pneumovax]
- Hepatitis B and Flu vaccine
- Pneumonia PCV13 [Prevnar] and Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
- Zoster and Hepatitis B vaccine
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Level 2 – Standards of Care Update!
This course is an essential review for anyone in the field of diabetes. This course summarizes the 2021 updates to the American Diabetes Association’s Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes and provides critical teaching points and content for health care professionals involved in diabetes care and education.
Earn 2.0 CEs and get ready to lead the charge to implement best care practices for the New Year.
Topics Include:
- A review of changes and updates to the 2021 ADA Standards of Medical Care
- Identification of key elements of the position statement
- Discussion of how diabetes educators can apply this information in their clinical setting
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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.
Question of the Week | What is the B/P Goal?
RJ is 52 with type 1 diabetes and a minor stroke last year. RJ takes an ACE Inhibitor, insulin, and a statin.
According to ADA Standards of Care 2021, what is the blood pressure target for RJ?
- 120/70
- 130/80
- 140/90
- 135/85
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Join Coach Beverly on February 2, 2021, for her annual
Level 2 – Standards of Care Update!
This course is an essential review for anyone in the field of diabetes. This course summarizes the 2021 updates to the American Diabetes Association’s Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes and provides critical teaching points and content for health care professionals involved in diabetes care and education.
Earn 2.0 CEs and get ready to lead the charge to implement best care practices for the New Year.
Topics Include:
- A review of changes and updates to the 2021 ADA Standards of Medical Care
- Identification of key elements of the position statement
- Discussion of how diabetes educators can apply this information in their clinical setting
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!
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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.
Question of the Week | 4 Meds and Hypo
MT is 59 and her most recent A1c was 10.3%. The diabetes specialist suggested they add insulin to her other 3 oral diabetes medications to lower A1c. MT was not ready for insulin, so the specialist agreed that they would try adding on glipizide 5mg BID and evaluate the response for one month.
After 2 weeks, MT calls and is very upset about her frequent low blood sugars (66, 68, 69) that are happening between 3 pm and 6 pm a few times a week. MT works in the field starting at 5 am and gets her lunch break at 10 am and eats her dinner again at 6 pm.
Which of the following is the best recommendation?
- Hold the glipizide for one week
- Make sure MT has a glucagon emergency kit in the field
- Inform her that she is protected under the American Disabilities Act
- Encourage a 2 pm carbohydrate snack
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Level 3 | DiabetesEd Specialist Boot Camp | 12+ CEs
Diabetes is complicated! This course starts with a brief introduction to the CDCES Exam content and philosophy. Then we move to discuss the underpinnings of pancreas dysfunction and the different types of diabetes. Insulin resistance is addressed as well as the diagnostic criteria for diabetes.
Intended Audience: A great course for anyone in the field of diabetes education seeking evidence-based information supporting lifestyle changes.
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a working educator and a nationally recognized diabetes expert.
This course is part of our Level 3 – Boot Camp. Enroll in our entire Level 3 – Boot Camp to join us for the following 2021 Live Webinar Updates. All courses air at 11:30 a.m. (PST)
Join us for our 2021 Live Webinar Updates. All courses air at 11:30 a.m. (PST)
- February 9, 2021 – Class 1 – Diabetes – Not Just Hyperglycemia 1.75 CEs
- February 11, 2021 – Class 2 – Standards of Care & Hyperglycemia 1.5 CEs
- February 16, 2021 – Class 3 – Insulin Therapy – From Basal/Bolus to Pattern Management 1.5 CEs
- February 18, 2021 – Class 4 – Insulin Intensive – Monitoring, Sick Days, Lower Extremities 1.5 CEs
- February 23, 2021 – Class 5 – Meds for Type 2 – What you need to know 1.5 CEs
- February 25, 2021 – Class 6 – Exercise and Medical Nutrition Therapy 1.5 CEs
- March 2, 2021 – Class 7 – Screening, Prevention, and Treatment of Microvascular Complications
- March 4, 2021 – Class 8 – Coping and Behavior Change 1.5 CEs
- March 9, 2021 – Class 9 – Test-Taking Coach Session (48 Questions) No CEs
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[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.
Question of the Week | 4 Meds and A1c of 8.9%
JR is on metformin 2000mg, empagliflozin 25mg, semaglutide 1.0mg and 100 units of glargline insulin. A1C is 8.9% and JR weighs 100kg.
What best describes this clinical picture?
- Overbasalization
- Non-compliance
- Fear of hypoglycemia
- Clinical inaction
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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.
Entire Program Fee: $399
Program Flyer: Download
Dates: April 15-17
Live Webinar Schedule: All webinars start and end times are in Pacific Standard Time
Program Schedule & Expert Bios
What is the Diabetes Educator Course?
If you are interested in taking the CDCES or BC-ADM exam or are seeking a state of the art review of current diabetes care, this course is for you. Our team of expert faculty has been fine-tuning this course for over fifteen years, and we know what you need. In addition to informative lectures, we also use group activities and case studies to highlight the essential knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to succeed in diabetes education today!
In this course, the same speakers will cover the same content as outlined in the Live Seminar. For more details see our Virtual DiabetesEd Specialist Conference Schedule and Faculty.
Prepare for CDCES or BC-ADM certification or earn hours for renewal.
Come join our Virtual DiabetesEd Specialist Program.
Your registrations include access to all the Online Sessions plus Bonus Courses through December 31st, 2021.
This virtual program includes:
3 day live webinar courses from April 15th-17th (20 CEs) + enrollment in our Bonus Bundle (14.0+ CEs) from now through December 2021.
- Live Q & A Session with the instructor after each webinar
- Presentations by our team of experts
- Handouts and Resources for each session
- Post-test questions
- A sense of community
- If you can’t attend the live webinars, a recorded version will be posted later the same day for viewing.
View full Conference Schedule and Faculty.
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.
Question of the Week | Exploring distress with LS
LS has type 1 diabetes and reports to clinic with unusually frequent hypoglycemia and some weight loss. LS appears distraught and says that since the pandemic, their work hours have been dramatically reduced and paying bills has been a struggle. Based on this information, which of the following topics would the diabetes specialist most want to explore further?
What is the best answer?
- Disordered eating
- Food insecurity
- Insulin rationing
- Diabetes distress
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Want to learn more about this topic?
We have updated this course to reflect the 2021 ADA Standards of Care. This presentation includes the latest information on Social Determinants of health, assessment strategies, and approaches. We explore the psychosocial issues that can discourage individuals from adopting healthier behaviors and provides strategies to identify and overcome these barriers. Life studies are used to apply theory to real-life situations. A great course for anyone in the field of diabetes education or for those looking for a new perspective on assessment and coping strategies.
Topics include:
- Name assessment areas of healthy coping
- List psycho-social and emotional barriers
- Provide strategies for healthcare professionals to identify and overcome barriers
- Discuss strategies to develop an individualized diabetes education plan
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, has been Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management for over 20 years. She is an Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF and Touro University and a nationally recognized diabetes expert.
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!
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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.
Question of the Week | Which New Year’s Resolution is SMART?
JZ is excited for 2021 and wants to work on some New Years resolutions. Which of the following would be considered a SMART behavioral goal for the New Year?
What is the best answer?
- I will check my sugars every other day before breakfast for one month.
- I will exercise or lift weights even if I don’t feel motivated, for the next year.
- I plan to avoid sugary drinks, chips and candy and junk foods.
- I commit to taking all of my medications daily and losing 3 pounds.
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Level 1 – Diabetes Fundamentals 2021 Updates
This series is designed for health care professionals who are interested in getting started in diabetes education and for those actively working toward becoming a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. Each course in this series provides the critical building blocks and foundation for those entering the diabetes field. Plus, they prepare you to advance to our Level 2 Standards of Care Intensive Courses.
Join us for our 2021 Live Webinar Updates. All courses air at 11:30 a.m. (PST)
- January 12, 2021 – Class 1 – Getting to the Nitty Gritty 1.5 CEs
- January 14, 2021 – Class 2 -Nutrition and Exercise 1.5 CEs
- January 19, 2020 – Class 3 – Insulin Therapy & Pattern Management 1.5 CEs
- January 21, 2021 – Class 4 – Meds Overview for Type 2 – 1.5 CEs
- January 26, 2021 – Class 5 – Goals of Care 2020 – 1.5 CEs
- January 28, 2021 – Class 6 – Hypoglycemia, Sick Days, Monitoring, Foot Care 1.5 CEs
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, has been Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management for over 20 years. She is an Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF and Touro University and a nationally recognized diabetes expert.
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!
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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.
