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Level 2 | Standards 2, 6, & 16: Hyperglycemic Crises (DKA, HHS & EDKA) | 1.5 CEs
Level 2 | Standards 2, 6, & 16: Hyperglycemic Crises (DKA, HHS & EDKA) | 1.5 CEs
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Level 2 | Standards 2, 6, & 16: Hyperglycemic Crises (DKA, HHS & EDKA)
2026 webinar available upon registration
✓ Fulfills the Annual ADA Standards of Care Component Required for CDCES and BC-ADM Certification CE Requirements
Master the latest guidelines for managing DKA, EDKA, and HHS.
This course explores the common causes of hyperglycemic crises and provides an in-depth look at the latest guidelines for managing Diabetes Ketoacidosis (DKA), Euglycemic Ketoacidosis (EDKA), and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Syndrome (HHS). Participants will gain practical insights into recognizing these conditions, understanding their unique presentations, and applying evidence-based treatment strategies tailored to each scenario. In addition, participants can use these straightforward explanations and examples in their clinical setting to improve care.
Course Topics:
- Describe the updated diagnostic criteria for Diabetes Ketoacidosis (DKA) and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (HHS)
- Discuss the features and criteria of Euglycemic DKA (EDKA) according to the new EASD guidelines
- Detail the treatment strategies for DKA, EDKA and HHS based on the latest guidelines
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Describe the application of the American Diabetes Association Standards of Care for people living with prediabetes and diabetes across the lifespan and in different care settings.
- List the different pharmacologic and lifestyle treatment options to manage hyperglycemia, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia and improve health outcomes for people living with diabetes.
- State the components of a physical assessment, management of hyperglycemic crises, identification of diabetes co-conditions, and treatment approaches to prevent complications and promote the best quality of life for people with diabetes.
What's Included:
- 1.5 CE credits (AMA PRA Category 1™, ACPE, ANCC, CDR accredited)
- Fulfills annual ADA Standards of Care requirement for CDCES renewal
- On-demand course with video presentation, podcast, and downloadable resources
- Straightforward explanations and clinical examples for practical application
- 1 full year of access to all course materials
- Activity dates: 2/12/2026 to 2/12/2028
- Estimated completion time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Expert Instructor: Beverly Thomassian, RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM, brings extensive expertise in hyperglycemic crisis management, ADA Standards of Care, and evidence-based treatment protocols.
Perfect for: RNs, RDNs, pharmacists, providers, and healthcare professionals seeking to master hyperglycemic crisis recognition and management, and meet CDCES certification renewal requirements
Part of Our Training Programs: This course is included in Level 2 | Standards of Care Intensive, Certification Renewal Bundle, and all CDCES, BC-ADM, and Dual Cert Boot Camps.
Accredited by: AMA PRA Category 1™, ACPE, ANCC, CDR! More details in the "Accreditation" tab below.
Evidence-Based. Person-Centered. Practical.
Level 2 | Standards 2, 6, & 16: Hyperglycemic Crises (DKA, HHS & EDKA)
2026 webinar available upon registration
✓ Fulfills the Annual ADA Standards of Care Component Required for CDCES and BC-ADM Certification CE Requirements
Master the latest guidelines for managing DKA, EDKA, and HHS.
This course explores the common causes of hyperglycemic crises and provides an in-depth look at the latest guidelines for managing Diabetes Ketoacidosis (DKA), Euglycemic Ketoacidosis (EDKA), and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Syndrome (HHS). Participants will gain practical insights into recognizing these conditions, understanding their unique presentations, and applying evidence-based treatment strategies tailored to each scenario. In addition, participants can use these straightforward explanations and examples in their clinical setting to improve care.
Course Topics:
- Describe the updated diagnostic criteria for Diabetes Ketoacidosis (DKA) and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (HHS)
- Discuss the features and criteria of Euglycemic DKA (EDKA) according to the new EASD guidelines
- Detail the treatment strategies for DKA, EDKA and HHS based on the latest guidelines
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Describe the application of the American Diabetes Association Standards of Care for people living with prediabetes and diabetes across the lifespan and in different care settings.
- List the different pharmacologic and lifestyle treatment options to manage hyperglycemia, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia and improve health outcomes for people living with diabetes.
- State the components of a physical assessment, management of hyperglycemic crises, identification of diabetes co-conditions, and treatment approaches to prevent complications and promote the best quality of life for people with diabetes.
What's Included:
- 1.5 CE credits (AMA PRA Category 1™, ACPE, ANCC, CDR accredited)
- Fulfills annual ADA Standards of Care requirement for CDCES renewal
- On-demand course with video presentation, podcast, and downloadable resources
- Straightforward explanations and clinical examples for practical application
- 1 full year of access to all course materials
- Activity dates: 2/12/2026 to 2/12/2028
- Estimated completion time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Expert Instructor: Beverly Thomassian, RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM, brings extensive expertise in hyperglycemic crisis management, ADA Standards of Care, and evidence-based treatment protocols.
Perfect for: RNs, RDNs, pharmacists, providers, and healthcare professionals seeking to master hyperglycemic crisis recognition and management, and meet CDCES certification renewal requirements
Part of Our Training Programs: This course is included in Level 2 | Standards of Care Intensive, Certification Renewal Bundle, and all CDCES, BC-ADM, and Dual Cert Boot Camps.
Accredited by: AMA PRA Category 1™, ACPE, ANCC, CDR! More details in the "Accreditation" tab below.
Evidence-Based. Person-Centered. Practical.
