BG values associated with HHS range from 600 to 2000 mg/dl. So pt with BG in 700's might not yet have the level of dehydration associated with HHS. Most pt's I have seen with HHS have had BG values...
Sliding scale insulin is correction insulin given to correct a blood sugar that is already high and should be given even if pt is NPO. Even though many/most physicians will order it as the only...
Many people with diabetes (including type 1) still use NPH for basal coverage. This is especially true for patients of pediatric endocrinologists. Although the NPH nsulin dose might need to be...
cde salaries in south florida are similar to those of nurse clinicians, endocrinologists here are more likely to hire arnps. are the nurses working as independent contractors? we bought a...
The Med-Surg textbook I used in nursing school back in 1993 stated that SS insulin is given for an already high BG,, and is not in anticipation of any additional meal/food. To me this means that the...
The 90 degree angle tip comes from Dr. Pita--an endo in Miami who spoke at a meeting I attended a few years ago. My theory of why it works is that the Lantus microcrystals form a more regularly...
First, it's important that there be a scheduled set dose of Novolog before each meal--not just a sliding scale if BG exceeds a certain level. Usually the Lantus (basal) dose should be about 50 - 60%...
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When there are frequent problems with low BG values--especially in older adults, there may be kidney or liver problems which interfere with treatment. If kidneys are not functioning well, insulin...
I used to use massage often when I worked as a floor nurse. I think human touch goes a long way to help a pt. relax and feel calm. It's too bad the nurse doesn't often have time to give a short...
It doesn't matter where they put the steroids--BG values will soar. I've had pts whose BG rose because of cortisone injections into a joint or the foot. Ask your doctor about using Novolog or Humalog...