Level 2 | Cardiovascular Disease & Risk Management | 1.5 CEs
In this course, we discuss insulin resistance and the impact of hyperglycemia of vessel disease from the heart to the toes. Included is a discussion of identifying & preventing cardiovascular disease & a comprehensive review of the latest American Diabetes Association’s (ADA) Standard of Medical Care in Diabetes for heart disease.
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We discuss insulin resistance and the impact of hyperglycemia of vessel disease from the heart to the toes. Included is a discussion of identifying & preventing cardiovascular disease & a comprehensive review of the latest American Diabetes Association’s (ADA) Standard of Medical Care in Diabetes for heart disease.
Objectives:
- The impact of insulin resistance & hyperglycemia on vessel disease.
- State the complications & factors associated with vascular disease.
- List management goals to reduce the risk of vascular disease.
- Discuss strategies to promote health.
Learning Outcome:
Participants will gain increased knowledge of ASCVD standards in order to make treatment recommendations that protect against ASCVD and improve the physical well-being of people with diabetes.
Target Audience:
This course is a knowledge-based activity designed for individuals or groups of diabetes professionals, including RNs, RDs/RDNs, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, and other healthcare providers interested in staying up to date on current practices of care for people with prediabetes, diabetes, and other related conditions. The practice areas for RDs/RDNs for CDR reporting are healthcare, preventative care, wellness, and, lifestyle along with, education and research.
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a working diabetes specialist and a nationally recognized diabetes expert.
Earn 1.5 CEs
Course Level: 2 (included in Level 2 | Standards of Care Intensive)
Accreditation: Diabetes Education Services is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider 12640, and our Level 2 | Cardiovascular Disease & Risk Management awards 1.5 CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration’s CPEU Prior Approval Program.
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