• Urinary albumin creatinine ratio of 30-299 mg/g with GFR of 45.
• GFR of 60 or greater and urinary albumin creatinine ratio of 2 mg/g.
• Urinary albumin creatinine ratio less than 30 mg/g and GFR of 30-45.
• Creatinine of 1.5 and urinary albumin creatinine ratio of 300 mg/g or greater.

Click Here to Test your Knowledge

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You are invited to join Coach Bev on February 3rd at 11:30 for an intensive 2-hour live webinar reviewing what Diabetes Specialists need to know about the updated standards.

Enroll in our Level 2 | ADA Standards of Care | 2.0 CEs

This course, updated annually, is an essential review for anyone in the field of diabetes. Join Coach Beverly as she summarizes the 2022 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.

Enroll in our entire Level 2 – Standards of Care to join us for the below 2022 Live Webinar Updates. All courses air at 11:30 a.m. (PST)

• Recorded on December 15, 2021 – Hyperglycemic Crises, DKA & HHS Standards | 1.0 CE
• Recorded on December 21, 2021 – Assessing and Promoting Well-Being: From Population Health to a Person-Centered Approach Standards | 1.5 CEs
• February 3, 2022 – ADA Standards of Care | 2.0 CEs
• March 24, 2022 – Meds Management for Type 2 – 1.5 CEs
• March 29, 2022 – Lower Extremity Assessment 1.5 CEs
• April 26, 2022 – Microvascular Complications, Eye, Kidney Nerve Disease 1.5 CEs
• April 28, 2022 – Critical Assessment of Diabetes Patient 2.0 CEs
• May 10, 2022 – Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 12, 2022 – Older Adults and DIabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 17, 2022 – Tots to Teens – Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 19, 2022 – Pregnancy and Diabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 26, 2022 – Hospital and Hyperglycemia 1.5 CEs
• July 21, 2022 – Setting up a Successful Diabetes Program 1.5 CEs

All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information

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DiabetesEd Boot Camp | Level 3

This library of critical information is designed for individuals or groups of diabetes specialists, including RNs, RDs, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, and other health care providers interested in staying up to date on current practices of care for people with diabetes and preparing for the BC-ADM or the CDCES certification Exam.

• February 8, 2022 – Class 1 – Diabetes – Not Just Hyperglycemia
• February 10, 2022 – Class 2 – Standards of Care & Cardiovascular Goals
• February 15, 2022 – Class 3 – Insulin Therapy – From Basal/Bolus to Pattern Management
• February 17, 2022 – Class 4 – Insulin Intensive – Monitoring, Sick Days, Lower Extremities
• February 22, 2022 – Class 5 – Meds for Type 2 – What you need to know
• February 24, 2022 – Class 6 – Exercise and Medical Nutrition Therapy
• March 1, 2022 –  Class 7 – Screening, Prevention, and Treatment of Microvascular Complications
• March 3, 2022 – Class 8 – Coping and Behavior Change 1.5 CEs
• March 8, 2022 – Class 9 – Test-Taking Coach Session (48 Questions) No CE

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Join us live on January 26th, at 11:30 am PST for our FREE Webinar

Starting your journey to becoming a CDCES? We recommend watching our FREE Preparing for CDCES Exam Webinar!

This course will transform your test anxiety into calm self-confidence and test taking readiness.

Webinar Topics

• Exam requirement updates for 2021.
• Exam eligibility and test format
• Strategies to succeed along with a review of study tips and test-taking tactics.
• We will review sample test questions and the reasoning behind choosing the right answers.
• Learn how to focus your time and prepare to take the CDCES Exam. We provide plenty of sample test questions and test-taking tips!

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What is a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist?

Read More: What is a CDCES?

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Why become a CDCES?
Three Reasons from Coach Beverly

Read More: 3 Reasons to Become a CDCES

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You are invited to join Coach Bev on February 3rd at 11:30 for an intensive 2-hour live webinar reviewing what Diabetes Specialists need to know about the updated standards.

Enroll in our Level 2 | ADA Standards of Care | 2.0 CEs

This course, updated annually, is an essential review for anyone in the field of diabetes. Join Coach Beverly as she summarizes the 2022 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.

Objectives:

1. A review of changes and updates to the 2022 ADA Standards of Medical Care
2. Identification of key elements of the position statement
3. Discussion of how diabetes educators can apply this information in their clinical setting

Intended Audience:  This course is a knowledge-based activity designed for individuals or groups of diabetes educators, including RNs, RDs, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, and other health care providers interested in staying up to date on current practices of care for their patients with diabetes and other related conditions.

Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a working educator and a nationally recognized diabetes expert.

Enroll in our entire Level 2 – Standards of Care to join us for the below 2022 Live Webinar Updates. All courses air at 11:30 a.m. (PST)

• Recorded on December 15, 2021 – Hyperglycemic Crises, DKA & HHS Standards | 1.0 CE
• Recorded on December 21, 2021 – Assessing and Promoting Well-Being: From Population Health to a Person-Centered Approach Standards | 1.5 CEs
• February 3, 2022 – ADA Standards of Care | 2.0 CEs
• March 24, 2022 – Meds Management for Type 2 – 1.5 CEs
• March 29, 2022 – Lower Extremity Assessment 1.5 CEs
• April 26, 2022 – Microvascular Complications, Eye, Kidney Nerve Disease 1.5 CEs
• April 28, 2022 – Critical Assessment of Diabetes Patient 2.0 CEs
• May 10, 2022 – Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 12, 2022 – Older Adults and DIabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 17, 2022 – Tots to Teens – Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 19, 2022 – Pregnancy and Diabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 26, 2022 – Hospital and Hyperglycemia 1.5 CEs
• July 21, 2022 – Setting up a Successful Diabetes Program 1.5 CEs

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We quizzed test takers on the new ADA 2022 Standards of Care for Hyperglycemia. 39% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to share this important updated information, so you can pass it on to people living with diabetes and your colleagues, plus prepare for exam success!

Before we start though, if you don’t want any spoilers and haven’t tried the question yet, you can answer below: Answer Question

Question: Based on the 2022 ADA Standards of Care and Screening Guidelines, which one of the following people would need to be tested for hyperglycemia?

Answer Choices:

• RJ, a 36-year-old with a BMI of 23
• LS, a 32-year-old with a history of gastritis
• JM, a 33-year-old who smokes a pack a day
• KT, a 34-year-old who has bilateral pedal edema

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As shown above, the most common choice was option 1, the second most common answer was option 3, then option 4, and then finally option 2.

Getting to the Best Answer

Answer 1 is correct. 39.80% chose this answer, “RJ, a 36-year-old with a BMI of 23.” GREAT JOB. Given the increasing incidence of prediabetes and diabetes in younger populations, the ADA has adjusted their screening threshold. The old guidelines suggest screening everyone starting at age 45. The new recommendations state that everyone aged 35 or older needs to have their blood glucose level evaluated to find undiagnosed prediabetes or diabetes.

Testing methods for prediabetes or diabetes can include:

• A1c
• Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG) or
• Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)

By testing for elevated glucose levels at this younger age bracket, health care professionals can provide early intervention to slow progression from prediabetes to diabetes and provide immediate care to those with newly discovered diabetes.

Answer 2 is incorrect. 15.47% of you chose this answer, “LS, a 32-year-old with a history of gastritis.” Based on the ADA Standards, we wouldn’t screen this individual for two reasons. They are younger than 35 and their BMI does not meet the threshold of 25 or greater (it isn’t even listed). Gastritis also isn’t a commonly co-associated diabetes condition*.

Answer 3 is incorrect. 22.56% of respondents chose this answer, “JM, a 33-year-old who smokes a pack a day.” Based on the ADA Standards, we wouldn’t screen this individual for two reasons. They are younger than 35 and their BMI does not meet the threshold of 25 or greater (it isn’t even listed). Smoking has been show to increase insulin resistance, but the ADA doesn’t list it as a risk factor*.

Finally, Answer 4 is incorrect. 22.17% chose this answer, “KT, a 34-year-old who has bilateral pedal edema.” They are younger than 35 and their BMI does not meet the threshold of 25 or greater (it isn’t even listed). Pedal edema can be caused for a variety of reasons, but the ADA doesn’t list pedal edema as a risk factor*.

*Coach Bev note. It is appropriate to screen for hyperglycemia, even if an individual doesn’t meet this criteria, if a health care professional is worried that based on clinical presentation, that an individual is at risk for prediabetes or diabetes.

We hope you appreciate this week’s rationale! Thank you so much for taking the time to answer our Question of the Week and participate in this important learning activity!

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This bundle is specifically designed for healthcare professionals who want to learn more about the ADA Standards of Diabetes Care for their clinical practice or for those who are studying for the BC-ADM or the CDCES certification exam.

2022 Live Webinar Updates

• Recorded December 15, 2021 – Hyperglycemic Crises, DKA & HHS Standards | 1.0 CE
• Recorded December 21, 2021 – Assessing and Promoting Well-Being: From Population Health to a Person-Centered Approach Standards | 1.5 CEs
• February 3, 2022 – ADA Standards of Care | 2.0 CEs
• March 24, 2022 – Meds Management for Type 2 – 1.5 CEs
• March 29, 2022 – Lower Extremity Assessment 1.5 CEs
• April 26, 2022 – Microvascular Complications, Eye, Kidney Nerve Disease 1.5 CEs
• April 28, 2022 – Critical Assessment of Diabetes Patient 2.0 CEs
• May 10, 2022 – Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 12, 2022 – Older Adults and DIabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 17, 2022 – Tots to Teens – Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 19, 2022 – Pregnancy and Diabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 26, 2022 – Hospital and Hyperglycemia 1.5 CEs
• July 21, 2022 – Setting up a Successful Diabetes Program 1.5 CEs

Don’t worry if you can’t make it live. Your registration guarantees access to the recorded version in the Online University.

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All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information

Intended Audience:  A great course for healthcare professionals in the field of diabetes education looking for a straightforward explanation of identification and treatment of hyperglycemic crises.

Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a working educator and a nationally recognized diabetes expert.

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• AL, a 54-year-old on a sulfonylurea plus metformin.
• RT, a 68-year-old on basal insulin and a SGLT-2 Inhibitor.
• ZR, a 23-year-old with diabetes secondary to HIV retroviral therapy.
• AW, an 18-year-old with prediabetes.

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You are invited to join Coach Bev on February 3rd at 11:30 for an intensive 2-hour live webinar reviewing what Diabetes Specialists need to know about the updated standards.

Enroll in our Level 2 | ADA Standards of Care | 2.0 CEs

This course, updated annually, is an essential review for anyone in the field of diabetes. Join Coach Beverly as she summarizes the 2022 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.

Objectives:

1. A review of changes and updates to the 2022 ADA Standards of Medical Care
2. Identification of key elements of the position statement
3. Discussion of how diabetes educators can apply this information in their clinical setting

Intended Audience:  This course is a knowledge-based activity designed for individuals or groups of diabetes educators, including RNs, RDs, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, and other health care providers interested in staying up to date on current practices of care for their patients with diabetes and other related conditions.

Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a working educator and a nationally recognized diabetes expert.

Enroll in our entire Level 2 – Standards of Care to join us for the below 2022 Live Webinar Updates. All courses air at 11:30 a.m. (PST)

• Recorded on December 15, 2021 – Hyperglycemic Crises, DKA & HHS Standards | 1.0 CE
• Recorded on December 21, 2021 – Assessing and Promoting Well-Being: From Population Health to a Person-Centered Approach Standards | 1.5 CEs
• February 3, 2022 – ADA Standards of Care | 2.0 CEs
• March 24, 2022 – Meds Management for Type 2 – 1.5 CEs
• March 29, 2022 – Lower Extremity Assessment 1.5 CEs
• April 26, 2022 – Microvascular Complications, Eye, Kidney Nerve Disease 1.5 CEs
• April 28, 2022 – Critical Assessment of Diabetes Patient 2.0 CEs
• May 10, 2022 – Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 12, 2022 – Older Adults and DIabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 17, 2022 – Tots to Teens – Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 19, 2022 – Pregnancy and Diabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 26, 2022 – Hospital and Hyperglycemia 1.5 CEs
• July 21, 2022 – Setting up a Successful Diabetes Program 1.5 CEs

All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information

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We quizzed test takers on the new ADA Standards of Care for Kidney Disease. 56% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to share this important info so you can pass it on to people living with diabetes and your colleagues, plus prepare for exam success!

Before we start though, if you don’t want any spoilers and haven’t tried the question yet, you can answer below: Answer Question

Question: Based on the 2022 ADA Standards of Care, which of the following is the most accurate statement regarding chronic kidney disease and risk management?

Answer Choices:

• Monitor kidney function twice yearly if urinary albumin is 300 or greater and/or if GFR is 30-60.
• For people with GFR less than 60, relax glucose target to prevent hypoglycemia.
• If GFR is less than 30 in an individual with diabetes, avoid use of SGLT-2 Inhibitors.
• For individuals with GFR less than 60, refer to RD to encourage low protein diet.

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As shown above, the most common choice was option 1, the second most common answer was option 3, then option 2, and then finally option 4.

Getting to the Best Answer

Answer 1 is correct. 55.61% chose this answer, “Monitor kidney function twice yearly if urinary albumin is 300 or greater and/or if GFR is 30-60.” YES, GREAT JOB. Most of you chose the best answer for this new recommendation. Catching renal failure early can be life saving. Two big indicators of serious renal issues include proteinuria and a diminished GFR. Early interventions (including getting BG and BP to goal) and regular monitoring can protect kidneys for the long run.

Answer 2 is incorrect. 8.51% of you chose this answer, “If GFR is less than 30 in an individual with diabetes, avoid use of SGLT-2 Inhibitors.” This is a juicy answer. The GFR cut-offs for the SGLT-2s have been changing a lot over the past year. More research is showing that, in some cases, even with a GFR less than 30 (especially in the presence of proteinuria) SGLT-2s are indicated since they have a renal protective effect. See ADA Standard 11 on Chronic Kidney Disease for more info.

Answer 3 is incorrect. 28.05% of respondents chose this answer, “People with type 2 are less likely to experience diabetes complications than those with type 1 diabetes.” According the the National Kidney Foundation, “About 30 percent of people with Type 1 diabetes and 10 to 40 percent of those with Type 2 diabetes eventually experience kidney failure.” The most important message is to encourage people with diabetes to be actively involved in their treatment plan and advocate for best medical care to protect renal function.

Finally, Answer 4 is incorrect. 7.83% chose this answer, “For individuals with GFR less than 60, refer to RD to encourage low protein diet.” This is an outdated recommendation for over the past five years. The ADA recognized that the science does not support low protein diets as a protective intervention for those with renal disease. For people with nondialysis-dependent stage 3 or higher chronic kidney disease, dietary protein intake recommendation is 0.8 g/kg body weight per day.

We hope you appreciate this week’s rationale! Thank you so much for taking the time to answer our Question of the Week and participate in this important learning activity!

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Enroll in Our Standards of Care Intensive | Level 2

This bundle is specifically designed for healthcare professionals who want to learn more about the ADA Standards of Diabetes Care for their clinical practice or for those who are studying for the BC-ADM or the CDCES certification exam.

2022 Live Webinar Updates

• Recorded December 15, 2021 – Hyperglycemic Crises, DKA & HHS Standards | 1.0 CE
• Recorded December 21, 2021 – Assessing and Promoting Well-Being: From Population Health to a Person-Centered Approach Standards | 1.5 CEs
• February 3, 2022 – ADA Standards of Care | 2.0 CEs
• March 24, 2022 – Meds Management for Type 2 – 1.5 CEs
• March 29, 2022 – Lower Extremity Assessment 1.5 CEs
• April 26, 2022 – Microvascular Complications, Eye, Kidney Nerve Disease 1.5 CEs
• April 28, 2022 – Critical Assessment of Diabetes Patient 2.0 CEs
• May 10, 2022 – Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 12, 2022 – Older Adults and DIabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 17, 2022 – Tots to Teens – Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 19, 2022 – Pregnancy and Diabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 26, 2022 – Hospital and Hyperglycemia 1.5 CEs
• July 21, 2022 – Setting up a Successful Diabetes Program 1.5 CEs

Don’t worry if you can’t make it live. Your registration guarantees access to the recorded version in the Online University.

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All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information

Intended Audience:  A great course for healthcare professionals in the field of diabetes education looking for a straightforward explanation of identification and treatment of hyperglycemic crises.

Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a working educator and a nationally recognized diabetes expert.

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Wow! This is fantastic news. I sit for the CBCDE Exam for the 7th time this year, and I am definitely going to take advantage of this remote feature! ~ Coach Beverly

The Certification Board for Diabetes Care & Education (CBDCE) is now offering the opportunity to take your Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) exam remotely!

Starting in 2022, you have the option to take your certification exam using their new Live Remote Online Proctoring (LRP) platform.

Get Familiar with the Requirements

During your exam appointment, you will be connected with a moderator who will guide you through the process and be there throughout your entire exam. You will need to share your screen and broadcast yourself during your entire exam. Your workspace should be quiet, tidy, and free of any study notes/materials.

No electronics are allowed and participants are not allowed to take a break. In addition, the moderator can request to rescan your workspace to make sure it is free of study notes and materials. After you take the exam, you will instantly get a report of your results.

To connect to the LRP platform, you will need a computer with a webcam and microphone. The CBDCE recommends that you run compatibility tests before your exam to ensure your equipment is compatible.

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• RJ, a 36-year-old with a BMI of 23
• LS, a 32-year-old with a history of gastritis
• JM, a 33-year-old who smokes a pack a day
• KT, a 34-year-old who has bilateral pedal edema

Click Here to Test your Knowledge

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You are invited to join Coach Bev on February 3rd at 11:30 for an intensive 2-hour live webinar reviewing what Diabetes Specialists need to know about the updated standards.

Enroll in our Level 2 | ADA Standards of Care | 2.0 CEs

This course, updated annually, is an essential review for anyone in the field of diabetes. Join Coach Beverly as she summarizes the 2022 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.

Objectives:

1. A review of changes and updates to the 2022 ADA Standards of Medical Care
2. Identification of key elements of the position statement
3. Discussion of how diabetes educators can apply this information in their clinical setting

Intended Audience:  This course is a knowledge-based activity designed for individuals or groups of diabetes educators, including RNs, RDs, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, and other health care providers interested in staying up to date on current practices of care for their patients with diabetes and other related conditions.

Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a working educator and a nationally recognized diabetes expert.

Enroll in our entire Level 2 – Standards of Care to join us for the below 2022 Live Webinar Updates. All courses air at 11:30 a.m. (PST)

• Recorded on December 15, 2021 – Hyperglycemic Crises, DKA & HHS Standards | 1.0 CE
• Recorded on December 21, 2021 – Assessing and Promoting Well-Being: From Population Health to a Person-Centered Approach Standards | 1.5 CEs
• February 3, 2022 – ADA Standards of Care | 2.0 CEs
• March 24, 2022 – Meds Management for Type 2 – 1.5 CEs
• March 29, 2022 – Lower Extremity Assessment 1.5 CEs
• April 26, 2022 – Microvascular Complications, Eye, Kidney Nerve Disease 1.5 CEs
• April 28, 2022 – Critical Assessment of Diabetes Patient 2.0 CEs
• May 10, 2022 – Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 12, 2022 – Older Adults and DIabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 17, 2022 – Tots to Teens – Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 19, 2022 – Pregnancy and Diabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 26, 2022 – Hospital and Hyperglycemia 1.5 CEs
• July 21, 2022 – Setting up a Successful Diabetes Program 1.5 CEs

All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information

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Enroll in CDCES Online Prep Bundle + 5th Ed ADCES Review Guide Book | 47 CEs

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January eNews | New 2022 Diabetes Standards – Screening Updates and Cheat Sheets

Happy New Year

January kicks off our ADA Standards of Care (SOC) celebration and exploration. Coach Beverly has discovered some real gems that she is excited to share with all of you.

“By implementing and championing these evidence-based guidelines, we can make a significant impact in improving care.”

Our goal is to highlight key areas and changes to the standards that will benefit people with diabetes the most.

In this first newsletter of 2022, we feature the new screening guidelines for prediabetes and diabetes. Plus, we explore other important additions and changes to the standards, including a new standard on the prevention and management of chronic kidney disease and vaccination updates.

We look at the relationship between cannabis, hyperemesis, and ketoacidosis for those living with type 1 diabetes. Plus, we invite you to test your knowledge with our Question of the week based on the 2022 SOC.

Coach Beverly updated our Cheat Sheets to reflect the SOC updates so you can download these helpful references and study tools. Lastly, our 2022 medications and glucagon PocketCards are back from the printer and ready for mailing.

With the New Year, you might have set a goal or two for yourself. I hope you have success, but if not, that is okay too.

Coach Beverly, Bryanna, and Jackson

Click here to read our full December 2022 newsletter.

Featured Articles

• ADA Standards 2022 – Important Updates
• New 2022 Cheat Sheets for Screening and Insulin
• Type 1, Cannabis, and DKA
• Take the CDCES from Home Starting in 2022
• Question of the Week
• Rationale of the Week

Upcoming Webinars

• CDCES Prep | Jan 26th
• BC-ADM Prep | Feb 9th
• Diabetes Fundamentals | Begins Jan 11th
• ADA Standards| Feb 3rd

Featured Items

• CDCES Prep Bundle + Review Guide

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Enroll in our Diabetes Fundamentals | Level 1

Airs Live Jan 11th – Jan 27th, 2022 at 11:30 am PST

This bundle is specifically designed for healthcare professionals who want to learn more about diabetes fundamentals for their clinical practice or for those who are studying for the Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) exam.

2022 Live Webinar Updates

• January 11, 2022 – Class 1 – Getting to the Nitty Gritty 1.5 CEs
• January 13, 2022 – Class 2 – Nutrition and Exercise 1.5 CEs
• January 18, 2022 – Class 3 – Insulin Therapy & Pattern Management 1.5 CEs
• January 20, 2022 – Class 4 – Meds Overview for Type 2 – 1.5 CEs
• January 25, 2022 – Class 5 – Goals of Care – 1.5 CEs
• January 27, 2022 – Class 6 – Hypoglycemia, Sick Days, Monitoring, Foot Care 1.5 CEs

Intended Audience:  A great course for healthcare professionals in the field of diabetes education looking for a straightforward explanation of identification and treatment of hyperglycemic crises.

Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a working educator and a nationally recognized diabetes expert.

All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information

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