Medical Management of Pregnancy Complicated by Diabetes, 6th edition

Level 2 & 3 CPE

CPE Type: 740 for Web-based/Online Tests

Upon successful completion of this self-study course, the users will be able to:

1. Identify the recommended glycated hemoglobin (A1C) level to achieve before a woman with diabetes stops taking birth control.

2. Discuss four prenatal complications that may occur when a pregnant woman must deal with type 1, type 2, or gestational diabetes.

3. Analyze two reasons why a woman with T2D should consider switching from an oral agent to insulin before becoming pregnant.

4. Identify three complications that the fetus may experience when the mother’s blood sugar is consistently too high.

5. List two advantages to the pregnant woman of using continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII).

6. Explain two counseling strategies used to help clients eat a nutritious diet while learning to control of their blood sugar levels and A1C.

7. Critique three factors and how each effects blood sugar levels: the types and quantities of food, the timing of meals, and physical activity.

8. List approximate weight gain recommendations for newly pregnant women who are normal weight versus overweight.

9. Identify three potential food safety issues or toxins a pregnant woman should avoid.

10. Describe the suggested use of insulin or oral agents during labor and delivery.

11. Describe five strategies to recommend when a woman is nauseated during pregnancy.

12. Explain two reasons why congenital anomalies occur at increased rates to women with diabetes.

13. Identify the primary cause of neonatal hypoglycemia.

14. Assess which treatment to use in a neonate with a BG 40 mg/dL.

15. Plan the calorie and fluid recommendations for a breastfeeding mother.