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Internal Medicine 101

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  1. Pneumonia 

    Community-Acquired Pneumonia
    9 Topics
    |
    3 Quizzes
  2. Venous Thromboembolic Disease
    Acute Management of Pulmonary Embolism
    12 Topics
    |
    2 Quizzes
  3. Acute Management of DVT
    10 Topics
    |
    2 Quizzes
  4. Diabetes and Hyperglycemia
    Hyperglycemia in Hospitalized Patients
    11 Topics
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    2 Quizzes
    1. Pre-Quiz: Hyperglycemia in Hospitalized Patients
      1. Pre-Quiz: Hyperglycemia in Hospitalized Patients
    2. Introduction
    3. Clinical Presentation
    4. Pathophysiology
    5. Diagnostic Approach
    6. Pharmacotherapy
    7. Management of Hypoglycemia in Hospitalized Patients
    8. Literature Review: Key Guidelines and Studies for Hyperglycemia in Hospitalized Patients
    9. Summary and References
    10. Post-Quiz: Hyperglycemia in Hospitalized Patients IM 101
      1. Post-Quiz: Hyperglycemia in Hospitalized Patients IM 101
    11. Post-Lesson Feedback Survey for Internal Medicine 101: Hyperglycemia
  5. Hyperglycemic Crisis: Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Syndrome
    13 Topics
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    3 Quizzes
  6. Pulmonary Exacerbations
    Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Exacerbation
    10 Topics
    |
    3 Quizzes
  7. Asthma Exacerbation
    15 Topics
    |
    3 Quizzes

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Internal Medicine 101 Hyperglycemia in Hospitalized Patients
Lesson 4 of 7
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Hyperglycemia in Hospitalized Patients

This lesson provides an overview of the evaluation and management of hyperglycemia in hospitalized patients, excluding diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state. There is a focus on pharmacotherapy considerations for pharmacists.

Objectives:

By the end of this lesson, learners will be able to:

  • Recognize the causes and pathophysiology underlying hyperglycemia in hospitalized patients
  • Identify appropriate glycemic targets for critically and non-critically ill patients
  • Select optimal anti-hyperglycemic medications and dosing strategies
  • Make medication adjustments for transitions of care and special populations
  • Prevent and manage hypoglycemia in the inpatient setting
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