Bookedited by Lillian F. Lien, Mary E. Cox, Mark N. Feinglos, Leonor Corsino ; foreword by Guillermo Umpierrez.
Contents:
Physiology of diabetes mellitus and types of insulin
Subcutaneous insulin: a guide for dosing regimens in the hospital
IV insulin infusions: how to use an "insulin drip"
Laboratory testing in hospitalized patients with diabetes mellitus
Inpatient diabetes education: realistic and evidence-based
Hyperglycemic emergencies: diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state
Medical nutrition therapy in the hospital
Insulin pumps and glucose sensors in the hospital
Non-insulin antidiabetic medications in the inpatient setting
Hypoglycemia
Transitioning to outpatient care
Management of hyperglycemia associated with enteral and parenteral nutrition
When to consult endocrinology
Frequently asked questions.