Challenges of Inpatient Glycemic Control.

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Sally O Gerard, Josephine Ritchie

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Sally O Gerard: Fairfield University School of Nursing, Fairfield, Connecticut (Dr Gerard); Professional Development Department, Stamford Hospital, Stamford, Connecticut (Dr Gerard); and Nursing Department, Western Connecticut Health Network, Danbury (Dr Ritchie).

PMID: 28323688 DOI: 10.1097/NCQ.0000000000000257

Hyperglycemia occurs in more than 30% of hospitalized patients. The condition has been associated with higher mortality and poor outcomes. Systems to effectively treat dysglycemia have been put into place, although many focus on critical care areas. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of the challenges for glycemic control in non-critical care areas. Standardized order sets, critical pathways, professional education, and collaborative systems can support improved control.

Blood Glucose

Critical Pathways

Diabetes Mellitus

Disease Management

Guideline Adherence

Hospitalization

Humans

Hyperglycemia

Inpatients

Blood Glucose

Journal Article

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