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Medha N Munshi1, Sarah Sy1, Joyce Lekarcyk2
1Joslin Diabetes Center, Boston, MA, USA; Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.
Abstract:
The management of diabetes in long-term care (LTC) facilities requires facility staff to perform most self-care activities on the behalf of the residents. A practical model of care to improve diabetes management was developed and implemented at 6 LTC facilities in the Northeast United States between 2009 and 2012. The components of the program included (1) developing an individualized education curriculum and educating LTC interdisciplinary staff; (2) educating patients and caregivers; and (3) developing a clinical care algorithm. Over 500 staff members were educated and achieved competence. There were 1031 residents screened for risk of hypo- or hyperglycemia on admission, and 245 residents (24%) experienced hypoglycemia and 240 residents (23%) experienced hyperglycemia. Hypoglycemia episodes resolved without recurrence in 73%-90% cases because of interventions initiated by LTC staff. The implementation of a practical model of diabetes management in LTC facilities can improve staff education and lead to improved diabetes management.
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