Od-035769 Glycemic Management (Module 2): Insulin Therapy in the Hospital (Pharmacology 1.0 CE)
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Type
On Demand
Credit
Yes
Description
This course offers 1.0 Continuing Professional Education credits to physicians, nurses, PA's, Pharmacists ... show more
Objectives
- Apply the standardized subcutaneous insulin protocol including the use of prandial, correction and basal insulin.
- Identify how to dose prandial and correctional insulin.
- Integrate a team-based approach in the care of persons with diabetes in the hospital.
- Recognize insulin dosing in special circumstances.
- Utilize appropriate insulin therapy to achieve a blood glucose target of 140 with the range of 110-180mg/dl considered acceptable for hospitalized patients.
Fees
Free
Activity Director
Carine Nassar
Organization
MedStar Health Research Institute