 | Details: | At the completion of this program, you will be able to:
1. Analyze the impact of diabetes on a personal and national level.
2. Learn the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
3. Discuss risk factors and pathophysiology of diabetes and metabolic syndrome.
4. Identify the appropriate lab tests needed to diagnose and manage diabetes.
5. Recognize the signs/symptoms and treatment for acute complications.
6. Identify the signs/symptoms, treatment and prevention of chronic complications.
7. Understand the impact and the role of lifestyle management in diabetes patients.
8. Apply the ADA medical standards of care.
9. Examine the use of oral medications, injectables and insulin in the treatment of diabetes and metabolic syndrome. | |