Medical

Endocrine Emergencies 1 Hour Credit


Description
The provided text offers an educational module for emergency medical technicians, focusing on endocrine emergencies, specifically diabetes. It outlines lesson objectives that explain the role of glucose and insulin, identify symptoms of hypo/hyperglycemia, and list common diabetes medications. The content further differentiates between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, details management strategies for both high and low blood sugar, and describes the functionality of insulin pumps. Overall, it serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding and responding to diabetic emergencies in patients.

Content
  • Welcome
  • Meet Your Instructor
  • NCCP Model 2025
  • Endocrine Emergencies
  • Podcast: NCCP Endocrine Emergencies-Diabetes 10m
  • Endocrine Emergencies (Diabetes) - Review Video 5m
  • Endocrine Emergencies -Diabetes FAQ 10m
  • Glossary of Key Terms 10m
  • MEDICAL QUIZ 10m
  • References
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: 2 years