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Tips for Championing Glycemic Metrics Written by Barbara Kocurek Most of us are aware of the detrimental effects of high and low blood glucose on patients, however many on our health care team are not, especially in the hospital setting. We also know that the use of data, e.g., glycemic metrics, can help identify opportunities to improve care and reduce hospital harm events. Below are some tips to gain support to establish and sustain the use of glycemic metrics in your hospital. Identify Your Goals What do you want to accomplish, either immediately or long term? Having clear goals helps shape your communication and be more effective. ...

I wanted to introduce myself, my name is Crystal Allison. I am the new co-lead for the ADCES inpatient COI. Is it ironic that I turn 50 this year and it is the 50th anniversary of ADCES? So, I thought I would write a blog post on the ways that I am celebrating my 50 th . One word- Vacations! 3 trips to Florida, 1 trip to Jamaica, and an Alaskan cruise. Yes, I will be broke by the time I turn 50 in December but what fun it will be. Am I having a midlife crisis? Yes! I feel the need to travel and get it all in before I turn 50. Also, I wanted to get my Master’s before I turned 50 and accomplished that during the pandemic! Professionally , I have been a nurse ...

My pharmacy is refusing to renew my insulin drip protocol for open heart patients because they say it is too aggressive. We have had little to no hypoglycemia while using this modified Portland Protocol aimed at glucose of 80-120, however, they have asked me to reach out to my colleagues to find out what you all are using. I'd appreciate any help you could give me.