This course is an introduction to the abundance of medications available to treat type 2 diabetes. We explore the different classes of diabetes medications including action, considerations & side effects. Case studies help students with problem-solving & immediate application of this complex topic.

Objectives:

1. Describe the main action of the different categories of type 2 diabetes medications.
2. Discuss strategies to determine the right medication for the right individual.
3. List the side effects and clinical considerations of each category of medication.
4. State how to use the ADA Medication algorithm to improve care.

Intended Audience: A critical course for anyone in the field of diabetes education who is involved in medication initiation, adjustment and management.

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

Earn 1.5 CEs 

Fee: $29.00 – Click here to enroll in the course.

Group Discounts Available

Enroll in our entire  Level 1 | Diabetes Fundamentals  

Diabetes Fundamentals Sessions 2024 Webinar Updates

All courses air at 11:30 a.m. (PST)

• January 11, 2024 – Class 1: Getting to the Nitty Gritty | 1.5 CEs
• January 16, 2024 – Class 2: Nutrition & Exercise 1.5 | CEs
• January 18, 2024 – Class 3: Meds Overview for Type 2 | 1.5 CEs
• January 23, 2024 – Class 4: Insulin Therapy & Pattern Management | 1.75 CEs
• January 25, 2024 –Class 5: Goals of Care & Lower Extremity Assessment | 1.5 CEs
• January 30, 2024 – Class 6: Hypoglycemia, Sick Days, & Monitoring | 1.5 CEs

All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information