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Rationale of Week | What is the Truth about Hyperglycemic Crisis?

We quizzed test takers on hyperglycemic crisis. 61% 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 and 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: People with type 1 or type 2 diabetes can experience hyperglycemic crises. 

Which of the following is true about Diabetes Ketoacidosis (DKA)?

Answer Choices:

  • People with Latent Autoimmune Diabetes (LADA) are not at risk of DKA.
  • DKA is associated with hyperkalemia and elevated pH.
  • DKA can be managed with IV or Sub-Q insulin therapy.
  • People with type 1 on SGLT-2s have lower risk of DKA than those with type 2.

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

Getting to the Best Answer

Answer 1 is incorrect. 7.85% chose this answer, “People with Latent Autoimmune Diabetes (LADA) are not at risk of DKA.” Any person with a substantial insulin deficiency (including type 1, type 2 and people with LADA) are at risk of ketoacidosis. The risk increases during periods of illness, inadequate calorie intake or when an individual is not injecting adequate insulin. Most individuals with LADA need insulin within 6 months of diagnosis to maintain glucose levels. Without insulin injections, people with LADA can’t use glucose for fuel and will start burning fat for energy, which leads to excess circulating ketones and potentially DKA.

Answer 2 is incorrect. 23.36% of you chose this answer, “DKA is associated with hyperkalemia and elevated pH.” Part of this answer is correct, which makes it a juicy answer. This common test taking pitfall is easy to fall into. It is true that people in DKA can become hyperkalemic, but they also always experience acidosis, which causes the pH to fall, not elevate.

Answer 3 is correct. 60.93% of respondents chose this answer, “DKA can be managed with IV or Sub-Q insulin therapy.” Yes, GREAT job, this is the BEST answer. Mild or moderate DKA can be treated using SubQ insulin and all levels of DKA can be treated with IV insulin. The treatment choice is based on health care setting, provider preference, and the patient’s presentation.

Finally, Answer 4 is incorrect. 7.85% chose this answer, “People with type 1 on SGLT-2s have lower risk of DKA than those with type 2.” Some people living with Type 1 may be started on an SGLT-2 (which is OFF-LABEL) by their provider to help with glucose management and lower insulin needs. People with type 2 diabetes, may also be started on an SLGT-2. Both groups are at increased risk for experiencing DKA on a SGLT-2. However, the person with type 1 is at HIGHER risk of experiencing DKA, because they have an absolute insulin deficiency and if they reduce their insulin dose too much, they might need to convert from using glucose for fuel to fat for fuel, leading to DKA.

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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Level 2 | Hyperglycemic Crises, DKA & HHS Standards | 1.0 CE

Annual Webinar Recorded on December 15th

This course discusses common causes of hyperglycemia crises. Topics include hyperglycemia secondary to medications and insulin deprivation. The difference and similarities between Diabetes Ketoacidosis and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Syndrome are also covered. Treatment strategies for all situations are included.

Enroll now for 1.0 CEs | $19

Objectives:

  1. Common causes of hyperglycemic crises.
  2. The difference and similarities between DKA and HHS and treatment strategies
  3. Causes and treatment of hyperglycemic crises.

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.

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

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Question of Week | “I take insulin when I feel like it”

JR is a 15-year-old admitted to the hospital with DKA for the second time this month.  JR says they are tired of their parents always telling them how to manage their diabetes. They just stopped wearing their continuous glucose monitor and tell you they “take insulin when they feel like it”. 

What best describes what this teenager is experiencing?

  • Diabetes distress.
  • Diabetes burnout.
  • Severe anxiety.
  • Fear of hypoglycemia.

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Annual Update Airs Live on December 21st at 11:30 am PST

This presentation will include the latest information on Social Determinants of health, assessment strategies, and approaches. We will 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.

Enroll now for 1.5 CEs | $29

Objectives:

  1. State strategies to assess and address social determinants of health
  2. Discuss health care delivery systems using a person-centered approach
  3. List screening tools that can help detect distress, depression, trauma, and cognitive decline
  4. Describe psycho-social and emotional barriers to diabetes self-management
  5. Provide strategies for healthcare professionals to identify and overcome barriers to self-care

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.

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)

All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information

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December eNews | Diabetes Distress & Holidays? New Handout with 12 Reframes to Help

December eNews | Diabetes Distress & Holidays? New Handout with 12 Reframes to Help

Happy December

Greetings to my wonderful health care colleagues. Thank you for all the love and care you have provided this year. I know you touch the lives and hearts of many people who boldly try their best to self-manage their diabetes and I am grateful for you!

As I am sure you have witnessed over time, holidays can amplify stress levels for people living with diabetes. With that in mind, we think this is a perfect time to provide you with some tools to address diabetes distress and burnout during the holidays and in preparation for those New Year resolutions.

Approximately 30% of people with diabetes experience distress at any given time. In addition, many people may be struggling with diabetes burnout.

As health care providers, how do we know if someone is in diabetes distress or is burning out on their self-care?

We might connect with these individuals in a hyperglycemic or hypoglycemic crisis. Maybe they are not showing up for their appointments. These individuals might be mistakenly labeled as “non-adherent” or it may be wrongly assumed that they just don’t care. However, we are compelled to reach out to them and provide a compassionate check-in of their emotional health and state of well-being.

Diabetes specialists help identify and address diabetes distress to improve quality of life and outcomes.

Read more to learn the definition and signs of diabetes distress and burnout and what action to take. Download our FREE Handouts on Surviving the Holidays and Ideas to Deal with Diabetes Distress.

We hope you can join us for our Annual Webinar Updates starting in December. We have over 50 courses to update, so Coach Bev likes to get an early start (see schedule below).

Wishing you health and moments of awe as we move toward 2022.

Coach Beverly, Bryanna, and Jackson

Click here to read our full December 2021 newsletter.

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Test Taking Practice Exam Toolkit Webinar
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Join us live June 30, 2022, for live webinar 2022 updates

You are invited to join Coach Beverly for this FREE Webinar. And, if you want to have access to an additional 220+ sample practice online questions, you can purchase the complete Test Taking Toolkit.

For many of us, taking the certification exam is a nerve-wracking process.

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.

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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 220 sample online practice questions, simulating the exam experience. A perfect way to assess your knowledge and create a focused study plan, while increasing your test-taking confidence.

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Rationale of the Week | Who is struggling with Diabetes Distress?

Our November 30th Question of the week quizzed test takers on Diabetes Distress. 75% of respondents, chose the best answer, which is awesome. Providing person centered care and assessing for diabetes distress are both critically important knowledge points for clinical practice and also for the certification exams.

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:

About 30% of people living with type 1 diabetes experience diabetes distress.

Which of the following statements reflects someone struggling with diabetes distress?

Answer Choices:

  • I just can’t keep up with all this diabetes self-care stuff.
  • I am having trouble with carbohydrate counting.
  • I just don’t want to get out of bed in the morning.
  • I don’t want to wear a diabetes bracelet or necklace.

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

Getting to the Best Answer

Answer 1 is correct. 74.96% chose this answer, “I just can’t keep up with all this diabetes self-care stuff.” Yes, GREAT JOB. When diabetes self-care all starts feeling like it’s too much or like it’s out of control, that’s when we might say a person is experiencing diabetes distress. Regimen distress is the most common area that people with diabetes come up against. Please see our blog on How to Identify Diabetes Distress and Burnout for information on how to help with diabetes distress.

Answer 2 is incorrect. 2.42% of you chose this answer, “I am having trouble with carbohydrate counting.” This comment indicates a common knowledge gap that can be addressed through providing resources and carb counting information and does not indicate distress.

Answer 3 is incorrect. 20.38% of respondents chose this answer, “I just don’t want to get out of bed in the morning.” If a person with diabetes makes this statement, we would be concerned that they are grappling with more than distress. This comment would prompt us to screen for depression. Please see this link to download the Diabetes Distress Scale and other psychosocial screening tools.

Finally, Answer 4 is incorrect. 2.25% chose this answer, “I don’t want to wear a diabetes bracelet or necklace.” Although we recommend that people taking insulin wear diabetes identification in case of emergency, it is not mandatory and they can chose not to wear one. This comment alone does not indicate diabetes distress.

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 fun learning activity!

Please see our blog on How to Identify Diabetes Distress and Burnout for more information.

 Please see this link to download the Diabetes Distress Scale and other psychosocial screening tools.

Want to learn more about this topic?

Enroll in our Level 2 | Assessing and Promoting Well-Being: From Population Health to a Person-Centered Approach Standards | 1.5 CEs

Annual Update Airs Live on December 21st at 11:30 am PST

This presentation will include the latest information on Social Determinants of health, assessment strategies, and approaches. We will 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.

Enroll now for 1.5 CEs | $29

Objectives:

  1. State strategies to assess and address social determinants of health
  2. Discuss health care delivery systems using a person-centered approach
  3. List screening tools that can help detect distress, depression, trauma, and cognitive decline
  4. Describe psycho-social and emotional barriers to diabetes self-management
  5. Provide strategies for healthcare professionals to identify and overcome barriers to self-care

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.

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)

All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information

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How to Identify Diabetes Distress or Burnout – Interview with Coach Beverly

What is Diabetes Distress?

Listen to Interview with Barry from Quin and Coach Beverly on Diabetes Distress and Burnout

At some point, almost everyone with diabetes will experience a degree of diabetes distress.  It’s expected and completely understandable, especially for those on intensive medication and insulin regimens. Having diabetes is not just about checking blood sugars, counting carbs, taking medications, and giving insulin. People also have an emotional relationship with their diabetes. These feelings around their diabetes can fluctuate throughout their lifetime.

Sometimes a person might have a great day, when their blood sugars on mostly on target, they don’t miss any of their medications and insulin, plus they made it to the gym. But the next day or week or month may feel like a complete mess, with blood sugars all over the place. These blood sugar swings are due to a variety of different reasons, many of which may be out of the person’s control.

Regardless of where a person is with their diabetes self-care, the emotions that bubble up, need to be acknowledged and recognized both by the person with diabetes and the health care provider.   

When diabetes self-care all starts feeling like it’s too much or like it’s out of control, that’s when we might say a person is experiencing diabetes distress.

You can determine if a person is experiencing diabetes distress by observing self-care behaviors and asking questions. Or you can use a standardized assessment tool to determine how much distress a person is experiencing in four different areas of diabetes self-care. Please see this link to download the Diabetes Distress Scale and other psychosocial screening tools.

The four areas of Diabetes Distress include:

Emotional Distress – Feeling like they are not doing enough; like they are failing and out of control.

Physician-related distress – Provider doesn’t understand diabetes.

Interpersonal Distress – Friends and family don’t really get it, or are critical, or don’t want to hear about diabetes.  Can often be co-associated with depression.

Regimen-related distress – all the daily stuff a person has to do to self-manage their diabetes. Regimen-related distress is the most common kind of diabetes distress, especially for those living with type 1 diabetes.

Health Care Professionals can take an active role in identifying Diabetes Distress

We can start by asking this question, “What is most driving you crazy about your diabetes right now?” or “How are you doing with your diabetes?” while listening carefully to their response and evaluating their degree of distress.

We can also look at self-care behaviors to identify distress:

  • A person may not be giving bolus insulin before meals when they used to in the past
  • They disconnect from their CGM for extended periods of time.
  • A surprise elevation in their blood sugars 
  • Expressing feelings of anger, discouragement, or frustration.
  • They may think that they are the only ones going through this, that everyone else with diabetes has it figured out, so what is wrong with them?

Sometimes diabetes distress can lead to burnout or be co-associated with burnout.  Sometimes, it may be hard to tell the difference. Don’t worry about figuring out if it’s burnout or distress. What’s most important is to recognize that this person is having trouble coping and to provide active listening and help with problem-solving.

What is diabetes burnout?

Diabetes burnout is an emotional reaction that is usually more intense than diabetes distress. A person in the state of burnout is someone with diabetes who has grown tired of managing their condition, then simply ignores it for a period of time. 

Sometimes I refer to burnout as taking a diabetes vacation. 

This vacation might be a weekend trip, a week trip, or a long-term sabbatical. Diabetes burnout looks different for everyone.  Diabetes burnout is a normal reaction to living with diabetes.  I am not saying it is a good thing, or we want people to feel burned out.  We want to recognize that managing diabetes is a lot of work and sometimes people just take breaks from diabetes self-management. 

As health care providers, we can support people experiencing diabetes distress or burnout. According to Mark Heyman, PhD, CDCES, here is an approach he has found helpful.

  1. Ask how they are doing and listen for emotions or actions that indicated diabetes distress.
  2. Help them recognize there are 2 parts to it
    1. Emotional reaction – Feelings of being distressed or burned out. A person might be thinking, “If I ignore my diabetes for a while, it might go away or the distress might go away.”
    2. Behavioral reaction – when a person feels distressed or burned out, they might ignore the diabetes as a way to manage that stress. 
  3. Recognize how they are feeling and reassure them that their reaction makes sense.
  4. Then explore if they could consider separating the emotion from the behavior.
    1. Yes, you feel burned out but can you still check blood sugars and give yourself insulin?”
    2. We can help people recognize the feeling of being burned out and encourage them to make adjustments to their self-care response, ie  “I am going to manage my diabetes anyway, even though I am completely frustrated and burnt out.”

As health care professionals, we need to check in with people about their distress on a regular basis and provide support.

We need to reassure them that management of diabetes isn’t easy, but they are not alone. There are lots of other people with diabetes experiencing the same feelings.

We might say something like, “Managing diabetes is hard work, but we believe in your ability to make small changes to get to a safer place.  You don’t have to move mountains; you just need to take a baby step.“

Let’s remind them, that having diabetes is like getting a job you didn’t ask for. You have to do the work of a body organ, a pancreas. that requires 24 hours a day of attention, without any pay or vacations. Sincerely focus on their successes, no matter how small, and reinforce our belief in their ability to move forward. We got this.

Special thanks for the Team from Quin for hosting this interview. To learn more about Quin, click here.
Read about 12 Reframes to Help with Diabetes Burnout and Distress

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Annual Update Airs Live on December 21st at 11:30 am PST

This presentation will include the latest information on Social Determinants of health, assessment strategies, and approaches. We will 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.

Enroll now for 1.5 CEs | $29

Objectives:

  1. State strategies to assess and address social determinants of health
  2. Discuss health care delivery systems using a person-centered approach
  3. List screening tools that can help detect depression, trauma, and cognitive decline
  4. Describe psycho-social and emotional barriers to diabetes self-management
  5. Provide strategies for healthcare professionals to identify and overcome barriers to self-care

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.

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)

All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information

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Question of Week | What is the Truth about Hyperglycemic Crisis?

People with type 1 or type 2 diabetes can experience hyperglycemic crises. 

Which of the following is true about Diabetes Ketoacidosis (DKA)?

  • People with Latent Autoimmune Diabetes (LADA) are not at risk of DKA.
  • DKA is associated with hyperkalemia and elevated pH.
  • DKA can be managed with IV or Sub-Q insulin therapy.
  • People with type 1 on SGLT-2s have lower risk of DKA than those with type 2.

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Level 2 | Hyperglycemic Crises, DKA & HHS Standards | 1.0 CE

Annual Webinar Airs Live on December 15th at 11:30 am PST

This course discusses common causes of hyperglycemia crises. Topics include hyperglycemia secondary to medications and insulin deprivation. The difference and similarities between Diabetes Ketoacidosis and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Syndrome are also covered. Treatment strategies for all situations are included.

Enroll now for 1.0 CEs | $19

Objectives:

  1. Common causes of hyperglycemic crises.
  2. The difference and similarities between DKA and HHS and treatment strategies
  3. Causes and treatment of hyperglycemic crises.

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.

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

All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information

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Don’t Miss Out! Annual Webinar Updates with Coach Beverly

Level 2 | Hyperglycemic Crises, DKA & HHS Standards | 1.0 CE

Annual Webinar Airs Live on December 15th at 11:30 am PST

This course discusses common causes of hyperglycemia crises. Topics include hyperglycemia secondary to medications and insulin deprivation. The difference and similarities between Diabetes Ketoacidosis and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Syndrome are also covered. Treatment strategies for all situations are included.

Enroll now for 1.0 CE | $19

Objectives:

  1. Common causes of hyperglycemic crises.
  2. The difference and similarities between DKA and HHS and treatment strategies
  3. Causes and treatment of hyperglycemic crises.

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.

Level 2 | Assessing and Promoting Well-Being: From Population Health to a Person-Centered Approach Standards | 1.5 CEs

Annual Webinar Airs Live on December 21st at 11:30 am PST

This presentation will include the latest information on Social Determinants of health, assessment strategies, and approaches. We will 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.

Enroll now for 1.5 CEs | $29

Objectives:

  1. State strategies to assess and address social determinants of health
  2. Discuss health care delivery systems using a person-centered approach
  3. List screening tools that can help detect depression, trauma, and cognitive decline
  4. Describe psycho-social and emotional barriers to diabetes self-management
  5. Provide strategies for healthcare professionals to identify and overcome barriers to self-care

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.

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

All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information

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CDCES or BC-ADM – Which Certification is Right for me? Free Webinar | Dec 9th

Are you considering pursuing certification in diabetes care, but are not sure which certification is right for you and how to get started?

Join FREE Webinar on Dec 9th at 11:30am PST
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Coach Beverly is excited to share her insights on determining the best certification choice and the pathway to success.  She will share her personal journey on achieving both her CDCES and BC-ADM over 20 years ago and how these credentials have impacted her opportunities as a diabetes specialist and president of her own company. We hope you can join us!

Webinar Topics

  • Discuss the similarities and differences between the CDCES and BC-ADM credentials
    • CDCES or certified diabetes care and education specialist  
    • BC-ADM or board certification in advanced diabetes management  
  • List the academic and experiential qualifications to take both exams
  • Explore which certification best match your personal and professional goals
  • Describe the steps to study and prepare for exam success for both certifications

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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.

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