Diabetes Management in Primary Care

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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. Explain the most current diabetes management guidelines and their application in the primary care setting, ensuring up-to-date and evidence-based care for patients.
2. Select the most appropriate diabetes medications, understanding their mechanisms of action, and tailoring treatment regimens to patients’ specific clinical profiles.
3. Analyze the latest glucose monitoring techniques and digital tools, empowering them to recommend and educate patients on effective self-monitoring and technology-assisted management of their condition.
4. Counsel patients on the crucial role of lifestyle modifications, including diet and exercise, in diabetes management, enabling them to guide patients toward healthier choices and behavior changes.
5. Create patient-centered diabetes management plans, considering each patient’s unique needs, preferences and comorbidities to optimize their treatment outcomes.

Outline

• Diabetes classifications and treatment history
• Pathophysiology of diabetes
• Latest ADA/AACE guidelines for diabetes management

• Role of movement and mal planning in diabetes management
• Role of mass reduction and monitoring
• Behavior modification techniques to improve patient adherence
• Addressing lifestyle challenges and patient engagement
• Practical tips for incorporating lifestyle interventions into care plans

• Overview of the various classes of diabetes medications
• Mechanisms of action and indications for each class
• Selecting the most appropriate treatment options for specific patient profiles
• Case-based learning on medication selection

• Latest advancements in glucose monitoring and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM)
• Introduction to digital tools and apps for diabetes management
• Strategies for empowering patients to manage their condition using technology
• Case scenarios demonstrating the use of monitoring and technology

• Importance of tailoring care to individual patient needs
• Strategies for creating personalized management plans
• Case studies illustrating patient-centered approaches

Target Audience

• Nurse Practitioners
• Physician Assistants
• Physicians
• Nurses
• Other clinicians who provide primary care