Discuss the role of taking medications, oral or injected, as prescribed.
Discuss that diabetes is a progressive disease and they should not blame themselves if they need to go on insulin.
Explain SBGM reflects the current amount of glucose in the blood.
Define the signs and symptoms of hypo and hyperglycemia. Discuss the
15/15 rule.
Define the appropriate action(s) to take if experiencing hypoglycemia.
Define appropriate action to take if experiencing hyperglycemia.
