Search results for "Tool of the month"
Recommending eye examinations
All adults with diabetes should undergo an initial comprehensive, dilated eye examination by an ophthalmologist knowledgeable and experienced in diagnosing retinopathy and its management.
https://diabetes.acponline.org/archives/2013/01/11/7.htm
11 Jan 2013
Advice for patient education about diet
When counseling patients with type 2 diabetes about their diets, some general principles may be helpful.
https://diabetes.acponline.org/archives/2013/10/11/9.htm
11 Oct 2013
What to do about inexplicably high hemoglobin A1c
When hemoglobin A1c levels are higher than expected, given the self-monitoring blood glucose results, consider several possibilities.
https://diabetes.acponline.org/archives/2013/06/14/9.htm
14 Jun 2013
Check for diabetes complications
Perform a careful history and physical examination in all patients with hyperglycemia to evaluate for the complications of diabetes.
https://diabetes.acponline.org/archives/2014/01/10/7.htm
10 Jan 2014
Tips to help patients get the most from their insulin
The following information should be shared with patients to optimize their insulin therapy.
https://diabetes.acponline.org/archives/2013/02/08/9.htm
8 Feb 2013
How can I help my patients develop healthier eating habits?
Discuss nutritional guidelines and ask your patients to think of one thing they are interested in and willing to do to improve their eating habits.
https://diabetes.acponline.org/archives/2012/12/14/7.htm
14 Dec 2012
Advice on using oral therapy
When initiating oral therapy for patients in whom diet and exercise do not adequately control type 2 diabetes, consider some advice from ACP Smart Medicine and ACP DiabetesMonthly's physician editor.
https://diabetes.acponline.org/archives/2013/12/13/7.htm
13 Dec 2013
Advice for patient education about exercise
When counseling patients with type 2 diabetes about their exercise habits, consider some advice from ACP Smart Medicine and ACP DiabetesMonthly's physician editor.
https://diabetes.acponline.org/archives/2013/11/08/9.htm
8 Nov 2013