• Explain the pathophysiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatment for hypoglycemia.
• Explain the pathophysiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatment for diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).
• Explain the pathophysiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatment for Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome.

• Explain the purpose of blood glucose monitoring.
• Describe 5 concepts that should be taught to patients who are testing their blood glucose levels.
• Compare the advantages and disadvantages of capillary blood glucose testing versus interstitial blood glucose (continuous blood glucose monitoring).

• Explain the pathophysiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatment for macro and microvascular complications of the cardiovascular system in persons with diabetes.
• Explain the pathophysiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatment for diabetic neuropathies.
• Discuss the pathophysiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatment for integumentary, musculoskeletal and reproductive system complications in persons with diabetes.

• Identify three recommendations for safety and blood sugar control during exercise for the person with diabetes.
• Describe the concerns and precautions for five botanicals used for diabetes management.
• Explain the exam eligibility and requirements to become a certified diabetes educator.

• Identify three issues health care providers need to be aware of for a person with diabetes during a hospitalization.
• Describe the diagnosis, pharmacological management and potential complications for gestational diabetes.
• Compare the unique issues for management of diabetes for children with diabetes from birth to young adulthood.
• Explain three recommendations for traveling for persons with diabetes to maintain safe blood glucose levels.
• Discuss risk factors and symptoms for maladaptive coping for persons with diabetes and strategies for mental health.

• Identify the current 3 classes of injectable medications available and approved in the United States for persons with diabetes mellitus.
• Describe the approved dosages, side effects, contraindications and patient education for the 3 classes of injectable antihyperglycemic medications.
• Explain the rationale for use of each class of injectable antihyperglycemics for the person with diabetes mellitus.

The purpose of this program is to identify the ADA dietary guidelines for meal planning for persons with Diabetes Mellitus. Macronutrients and micronutrients will be identified and four basic systems for meal nutrition therapy in meal planning will be reviewed. After completion of this program the participant will be able to:

• Identify ADA current dietary guidelines for persons with diabetes.
• Describe the affects of carbohydrates, protein, fat, alcohol and fiber on blood glucose levels.
• Evaluate four systems of meal planning including plate method, carbohydrate counting, glycemic index and exchange lists

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about obesity and diabetes in school children. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to:

• Understand the individual and societal consequences of childhood obesity
• Recognizing importance of implementing IHP for obese students
• Be able to teach and promote proper lifestyle changes in the school environment
• Understand types of childhood diabetes and treatment and monitoring required

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about oral agents. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to:

• Identify the current 7 classes of oral medications available and approved in the United States for persons with diabetes mellitus.
• Describe the approved dosages, side effects, contraindications and patient education for the 7 classes of oral antihyperglycemic medications.
• Explain the rationale for use of each class of oral antihyperglycemics for the person with diabetes mellitus.

Participants will describe normal physiology of glucose metabolism from food and hormone responses, and alterations that occur resulting in diabetes mellitus. Participants will identify the main classifications of diabetes, diagnostic criteria and general treatment interventions. At the completion of this module the user will be able to:

• Explain the normal fuels and hormones of the body for energy.
• Identify the five classifications of diabetes and the altered pathophysiology with each.
• Describe the diagnostic criteria, risk factors and general treatment interventions for the various types of diabetes.