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Research Study – A Successful Diabetes Management Model of Care in Long-Term Care Facilities

Research Study – A Successful Diabetes Management Model of Care in Long-Term Care Facilities

This study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Directors Association (JAMDA) in 2021, describes a practical diabetes care program developed and tested in six long-term care facilities. Rather than focusing only on blood sugar targets, the program trained nurses and other staff to recognize diabetes problems early, screen every new resident for their risk of high or low blood glucose, and follow standardized care protocols while tailoring treatment to each resident’s individual needs.