Technician Diabetes | Treatment Guidelines On-Demand 1.5 credit hours

Diabetes affects millions of lives daily, demanding that pharmacy professionals stay vigilant in their knowledge to deliver optimal care. This course will cover the latest updates from the American Diabetes Association’s guidelines on managing hyperglycemia, explore the rationale behind therapeutic decision-making, and provide strategies for creating holistic person-centered treatment plans. Join us to gain actionable insights and elevate your impact on diabetes care.

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this application-based CPE course, pharmacy technicians should be able to:
1. Summarize recent changes to the American Diabetes Association Management of Hyperglycemia in People with Diabetes.
2. List at least 6 common classes of medications used to treat diabetes.
3. Compare and contrast the contraindications and adverse effects of medications used in the treatment of diabetes.
4. Explain the pharmacy technician role on the Diabetes Care team.

Faculty

Susan Cornell, PharmD, CDCES, FAPhA, FADCES

Professor, Pharmacy Practice,
Diabetes Care & Education Specialist
Midwestern University College of Pharmacy 

Disclosures:

Susan Cornell has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

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