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Diabetes
Monitoring Your Blood Glucose
Key Concepts, 3rd edition
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| Edition: | 3rd |
| Catalog #: | DB-77 |
| Duration: | 21:39 |
| Format(s): |    |
| Language(s): | English or Spanish |
Summary
This video explains blood glucose testing in detail, demonstrating the usual steps for most meters. It discusses the possible causes for high and low blood glucose levels and emphasizes working with the diabetes care team to keep blood glucose in a healthy range. The program covers: choosing a meter, proper storage of strips, lancet use, contact numbers on the back of the meter, keeping a log book, alternate site testing, what blood glucose readings may reveal, disposal of testing materials, and what to do if symptoms of hypoglycemia occur. Information about A1c testing and estimated average blood glucose is included.