Course Description: Are you overwhelmed and updated by all the new medications now available for Diabetes Mellitus? Did you know there is a certification for diabetes care and education specialists? Do you still get confused by the differences between Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes?
Have you wondered what LADA and MODY mean?
Do you know what MDI and CGM are?
Did you know that inhaled insulin is available again?
Are you aware of current research on the artificial pancreas technology?
If diabetes mellitus isn’t a “sweet topic” to you because you’re not up to date, then fear no more!
This self-paced online course will provide you with updates for the management of Diabetes Mellitus. 

Course Learning Objectives: 
1. Explain the ADA guidelines for the care and management of Diabetes Mellitus. 
2. Identify the 7 standard approaches to diabetes mellitus treatment. 
3. Compare and contrast current medication management for blood glucose control. 

Price: $197.00

​Continuing Education credits: 15 for nurses

Estimated completion time: 15
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Course Outline: 

Lecture 1: Pathophysiology of Diabetes Mellitus
Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the history of diabetes mellitus.
2. Outline the causes of diabetes mellitus.
3. Describe the pathophysiology of diabetes among the 4 types.
4. Outline the diagnostic criteria for each of the 4 types of diabetes.
5. Describe the testing tools for diagnosing DM.
6. Explain the clinical symptoms for each type of DM.
7. Differentiate between the ADA and AACE standards of care and diagnosing.

 
Topics:

• A history of diabetes mellitus
• Causes of diabetes mellitus
• Pathophysiology of diabetes
• Different types of diabetes mellitus
• Diagnostic criteria
• Testing tools
• Clinical symptoms

 
 
Lecture 2: Diabetes Management Strategies
Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain mass reduction and weight control to control hyperglycemia.
2. Describe guidelines for exercise therapy.
3. Compare 7 self-management standards from ADA and ADCES.

 
Topics:

• ADA and AACE standards of care
• 7 Self-Management Strategies
• Mass reduction / weight loss strategies
• Movement (exercise) guidelines

               
Lesson 3: Nutrition Management
Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify macro and micronutrients.
2. Compare and contrast different systems of nutrition management.
3. Describe resources and tools for nutrition.

 
Topics:
 

• Medical Nutrition Therapy
• Macro and Micronutrients
• Systems of Nutrition Planning
• Tools for tracking nutrition

 
Lecture 4: Monitoring Diabetes Control
Learning Outcomes:

1. Outline glycemic target goals for ages.
2. Explain methods of self-monitoring.
3. Describe continuous blood glucose testing methods and systems.
4. Explain pattern interpretation and management.
5. List various monitoring devices and systems.

 
Tools:

• Glycemic target goals
• Self-monitoring
• Continuous blood glucose testing
• Pattern interpretation and control

 
Lecture 5: Using Technology for Diabetes Success
Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe current technology choices for insulin delivery.
2. Compare existing insulin pumps.
3. Explain the use of the CGM.
4. Discuss the technology for the artificial pancreas.

 

 

• Smart pens and insulin delivery gadgets
• Insulin pumps
• Understanding how to use CGM monitors
• The artificial pancreas

 
Lecture 6: Oral Pharmacological Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus
Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the 9 categories of oral antihyperglycemics.
2. Describe the organ, action, side effects, and impact on A1c
3. Compare the ADA and AACE pharmacology recommendations & decision tree

 
Topics:

• Classes of oral antihyperglycemics
• Action, side effects, and impact on A1c
• Monotherapy, dual and mixed therapy
• Nonpharmacological therapies

 
Lecture 7: Injectable Pharmacological Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus
Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe how the injectable antihyperglycemics function in the body.
2. List the various insulins by time of action, peak and duration.
3. Explain various insulin delivery devices.

 
Topics:

• Injectable antihyperglycemics (not insulin)
• Insulins
• Action, side effects, and impact on A1c

 
Lesson 8: Acute Complications of Diabetes Mellitus
Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe the causes, types, clinical symptoms, and treatment for hypoglycemia.
2. Describe the causes, types, clinical symptoms, and treatment for DKA.
3. Describe the causes, types, clinical symptoms, and treatment for Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome.

 
Topics:

• Hypoglycemia
• DKA
• Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome

 
Lesson 9: Chronic Complications of Diabetes Mellitus
Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe the causes, types, clinical symptoms, and treatment for neuropathy.
2. Describe the causes, types, clinical symptoms, and treatment for retinopathy.
3. Describe the causes, types, clinical symptoms, and treatment for diabetic dermopathies.
4. Describe the causes, types, clinical symptoms, and treatment for cardiovascular complications.
5. Describe the causes, types, clinical symptoms, and treatment for nephropathy. 
6. Describe the causes, types, clinical symptoms, and treatment for musculoskeletal complications.
7. Describe the causes, types, clinical symptoms, and treatment for reproductive system complications.

 
Topics:
 

• Neuropathy
• Retinopathy
• Dermopathies
• Cardiovascular complications
• Nephropathy
• Musculoskeletal complications
• Reproductive system complications

 
Lesson 10: Special Populations and Issues
Learning Outcomes:

1. Address special topics for the lifespan: childhood, teens, young adult, adult, and the elderly.
2. Discuss sick day guidelines.
3. Describe recommendations for traveling with diabetes.

 
Topics:

• Issues for children with diabetes
• Issues for teens and young adults with diabetes
• Issues for adult and the elderly with diabetes
• Sick day rules
• Traveling with Diabetes

 
Lecture 11: Prediabetes and Obesity
Learning Outcomes:

1. Discuss the diabetes prevention program.
2. Explain prediabetes treatment recommendations.
3. List 3 strategies to treat obesity.

 
Topics

• Diabetes Prevention
• Prediabetes treatment
• Strategies for obesity

 
Lecture 12: Mental Health and Behavior Change
Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the impact of mental health on blood glucose.
2. Compare and contract common mental health challenges for people with diabetes. 
3. Discuss behavior change theories.
4. Identify strategies to overcome resistance.

 
Topics:

• Behavior change theories 
• Motivational Interviewing
• Strategies to help people make healthier choices
• The role of coaching people with diabetes

 
 
Lecture 13: Developing and Administering a Diabetes Education Program
Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain how to complete a community needs assessment for a diabetes education program.
2. Describe the components of the Diabetes Prevention Plan course.
3. Identify the steps on how to create a diabetes program.
4. Compare ideas on how to market a diabetes education program.
5. Outline 6 resources for clients and healthcare professionals for diabetes.

 
Topics:

• Options for accreditation or certification programs
• Components of an accredited diabetes education program
• Resources for Diabetes Educators

 
Lecture 14: Teaching Effectively People with Diabetes
Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain adult learning theory.
2. Describe teaching for different age groups and genders.
3. Identify behavior change theories and strategies for Diabetes Care and Education Specialists.
4. Assess and educate for substance abuse.

 
Topics:

• Adult learning theory: pedagogy and androgogy
• Patient education strategies
• Tools for teaching
• Teaching techniques

 
Lecture 15: Becoming a CDCES / BC-ADM
Qualifying and Preparing for the Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Certification
Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe the CDCES exam blueprint topics and categories of content.
2. Explain the exam qualification and application process.
3. List 6 strategies for study to prepare for the CDCES exam.
4. Outline the Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist roles and responsibilities.

 
Topics:

• Exam eligibility requirements
• Exam blueprint
• Exam process and application
• Strategies for study
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist roles and responsibilities