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Question of the Week Diabetes Education Services

A 62-year-old with type 1 diabetes presents for their follow-up visit. They report struggling with fatigue, poor sleep quality, and difficulty with glucose management despite taking medications as prescribed. Upon review, you find their A1C is 7.6%, and their average nightly sleep duration is 4.5-6 hours per night.

Based on the 2025 ADA Standards of Care, which of the following interventions would be the most appropriate next step to address sleep and glucose management?

  1. Refer to a sleep study to evaluate for obstructive sleep apnea and adjust the medication regimen.
  2. Encourage engagement in vigorous evening exercise to promote better sleep.
  3. Screen sleep health and develop a plan to create consistent sleep routines and habits.
  4. Advise taking over-the-counter melatonin supplements to improve sleep quality.

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