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Diabetes Medications: Pharmacology and Healthcare Considerations

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Course Overview

This course is designed for healthcare professionals to enhance their understanding of the pharmacology and clinical considerations related to insulin and oral hypoglycemic agents used in the management of hyperglycemia. The course will provide comprehensive insights into the uses, types, mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics, precautions, and administration guidelines of these medications, enabling learners to effectively manage and treat patients with diabetes. 

Learning Outcomes 
Upon the completion of this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Explain the pharmacology, administration, and monitoring of insulin therapy for diabetes management.
  • Explain the pharmacology, administration, and monitoring of oral hypoglycemic agents for diabetes management.
  • Understand how to assess and monitor blood glucose levels accurately, including the use of hemoglobin A1c (Hgb A1c) for long-term glucose control, and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Compare and select appropriate oral hypoglycemic agents for patients with type 2 diabetes, considering individual patient factors, drug mechanisms of action, and potential side effects.
  • Understand healthcare considerations of insulin and oral hypoglycemic agents.

About the Author/Presenter 

Mariya Rizwan, PharmD, from Dow University of Health Sciences, is a dedicated pharmacist committed to advancing healthcare through education. With a passion for empowering her fellow professionals, she specializes in creating comprehensive CE courses and insightful healthcare blogs. Mariya’s expertise and enthusiasm drive her mission to enhance knowledge and promote excellence in patient care.
 

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals 
TRC Healthcare/ NetCE 
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by TRC Healthcare/ NetCE. TRC Healthcare/NetCE is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details): 
Nursing, Pharmacy

 

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