Drugs that May Affect Blood Glucose Levels

There are medicines that can cause hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia in diabetic and in nondiabetic patients. These pharmaceuticals will have an even greater effect on the patient with diabetes and should either be avoided or used with vigilance.... Get the Tool Here.

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Active at Any Size

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Symlin and Byetta Key Points

With diabetes care evolving daily and new medications always hitting the market this document gives you key points to be aware of when you counsel your patients starting on Symlin or Byetta.... Get the Tool Here.

Insulin Perceptions Questionnaire

This short, concise booklet provides a series of questions exploring patient concerns and misconceptions regarding insulin and can be a vital tool when preparing the patient mentally for insulin use.... Get the Tool Here.

Diabetes Risk Test

This is a simple test that patients can do in just a few minutes either on an office visit or in the comfort of their own home. It also lists the risk factors, symptoms and complications of diabetes.... Get the Tool Here.

Tips to Help Patients Avoid Medication Errors

This handout from the American Pharmacists Association will help your patients avoid medication errors. Patients with diabetes are frequently on many medications....Get the Tool Here.

Secrets of Alternate Site Testing

Essential tool for those patients struggling with the pain of daily finger sticks and an excellent method to increase their adherence to testing.... Get the Tool Here.

Insulin delivery devices

An exceptional handout for both patients and practitioners to aid in the discussion about the different mechanisms of injecting insulin and the importance of selecting an appropriately sized syringe and needle....Get the Tool Here.

Know Your Numbers

If you have diabetes, know your blood sugar numbers! This two-page pdf file is a great handout explaining to your patients how to compare their daily blood glucose readings to A1c results....Get the Tool Here.

Room for Diabetes in Your Life

A method to break through with patients who are motivationally challenged. Patients complete a simple exercise prior to an appointment and you review it with them addressing any issues....Get the Tool Here.