This 90-minute course is an advanced level program designed to develop an improved understanding of managing glucose levels through adjusting insulin therapy based on patterns. Learn about insulin dosing strategies based on an individualized patient assessment, insulin sensitivity and other considerations. Strategies to increase patients’ comfort and knowledge about insulin therapy will also be discussed. Real patient data and issues are incorporated into each case study to increase real life application.
Topics include:
- Insulin dosing strategies, based on an individualized patient assessment
- Case studies highlighting insulin sensitivity and other considerations
- Strategies to increase patients’ comfort and knowledge about insulin therapy
Intended Audience: A great course for health care professional’s seeking to increase their confidence and knowledge of assessing glucose patterns and making insulin adjustment recommendations.
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a working educator and a nationally recognized diabetes expert.
Fee: $29.00 (Group Discounts Available)
Course Level: 2 (included in Level 2 – Beyond Fundamentals)
All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information
Earn 1.5 CEs
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