Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease

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Tracey Long, PhD, MS, MSN, RN, APRN-BC, CDCES, CCRN, CNE, COI Related seminars and products

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Tracey Long, PhD, MS, MSN, RN, APRN-BC, CDCES, CCRN, CNE, COI, has worked as a Family Nurse Practitioner in endocrinology, critical care, and primary care, earning degrees from Brigham Young University, Purdue University and UNLV. Dr. Long is a critical care clinical instructor, a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, has developed diabetes education programs and teaches a diabetes educator certification course. She has a passion for active learning and is an international speaker and award-winning educator.
 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Tracey Long has employment relationships with Utah Body and Soul, College of Southern Nevada, Chamberlain College, and Travelers Education Group. She receives compensation as a freelance writer and editor. Tracey Long receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Tracey Long is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, the American Association of Critical Care Nurses, the American Diabetes Association, the National Certified Diabetes Educator Association, and the American Nurses Association. She is on the editorial board of the Journal of Medical Education Development and is a contributing editor Yangtz Journal of Medicine.

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Objectives

1. Analyze the pathophysiological relationship between diabetes and cardiovascular disease. 

2. Explore key risk factors that contribute to the development of cardiovascular complications in diabetic patients. 

3. Implement evidence-based interventions to manage and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in diabetic patients. 

4. Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions in reducing cardiovascular disease risk among diabetic patients through case studies and clinical scenarios. 

Outline

Pathophysiology of Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) 

• Mechanisms linking diabetes to cardiovascular complications 

• Epidemiology and prevalence of coexisting diabetes and CVD 

• Impact of hyperglycemia on the cardiovascular system 

• Role of insulin resistance and inflammation 

Risk Factors and Assessment 

• Risk factors for CVD in diabetic patients (e.g., hypertension, dyslipidemia, obesity) 

• Screening and assessment tools for cardiovascular risk in diabetes 

• Early identification and management of risk factors 

Interventions and Management Strategies 

• Evidence-based approaches to managing diabetes and reducing cardiovascular risk 

• Pharmacological interventions (e.g., antihyperglycemic agents, antihypertensives, statins) 

• Lifestyle modifications: Diet, exercise, weight control, smoking cessation 

• Patient education and self-management support 

Case Studies and Clinical Applications 

• Real-world scenarios demonstrating the diabetes-CVD connection 

• Interactive discussion on best practices and challenges in care 

Target Audience

• Physicians
• Physician Assistants
• Nurses