Pregnancy and Diabetes
Contact Hours: 1
Cost: $10.00
An online diabetes course for nurses is an essential part of training. Women can face several health challenges throughout pregnancy, including dealing with a concurrent diagnosis of diabetes. Prior to becoming pregnant many women have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, while others are first diagnosed with diabetes when their pregnancy is confirmed. Diabetes is one of the most frequently occurring medical complications during pregnancy occurring in 3.3% of all live births.
Objectives
Upon completion of the Pregnancy and Diabetes course, the participant will be able to:
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Identify the four subsets of diabetes
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Explain the risk factors associated with diabetes during pregnancy
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Demonstrate an understanding of pharmacologic management of diabetes during pregnancy
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Discuss the best practices for nursing care of patients with diabetes
Curriculum
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Type 1 Diabetes
Concerns Associated with T1D in Pregnancy
Type 2 Diabetes
Concerns Associated with T2D in Pregnancy
Pregnancy and Type 2 Diabetes
Pregnancy and Pre-Existing Diabetes
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Chapter 2 - Risk Factors Associated with Diabetes during Pregnancy
Depression Related to Diabetes During Pregnancy
Diagnosing Diabetes During Pregnancy
Medical Nutritional Therapy
Chapter 3 - Pharmacologic Management of Diabetes during Pregnancy
Insulin Administration
Glucose Checks
Follow-Up Visits
Evaluation During Pregnancy
Preeclampsia and Aspirin Use
Nursing Care of the Pregnant Patient with Diabetes
Time of Delivery
Chapter 4 - Conclusion
Case Scenario
References
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