The Ohio State University Medical Center

Type 2 Diabetes in Adults and Children

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Credits1.00
Release Date2/29/2008
Termination Date2/28/2011
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DescriptionAccording to the National Institutes of Health, Type 2 diabetes is a life-long disease marked by high levels of sugar in the blood. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes.
Accreditation StatementThe Ohio State University Medical Center, Center for Continuing Medical Education is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Ohio State University Medical Center designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AuthorDana Hardin, MD and Kathleen Dungan, MD
ObjectivesUpon Completion of this educational activity, the participant should be able to: 1.) 1) Describe the rationale for lifestyle changes in the prevention and early management of diabetes in the adult. 2.) Identify initial pharmacologic strategies for treatment of hyperglycemia in adults. 3.) Identify the causes for Type 2 Diabetes in Children. 4.) Review the treatment for Type 2 Diabetes in Children.
AudienceThis course is designed for physicians.
Estimated Time to Complete1 Hour