Explore the unique challenges of diabetes management in older adults with UCLA endocrinologist Deepashree Gupta, MD. Gain insights into the differences between diabetes care for younger and older patients, including American Diabetes Association (ADA) standards of care for elderly individuals. Learn about demographics, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, and the connection between diabetes and memory problems or depression. Discover recommendations for managing sarcopenia, preventing low blood sugar episodes, and using medications like metformin and insulin in older patients. Understand ADA guidelines specific to elderly care, and find answers to frequently asked questions about blood sugar monitoring and target levels. This comprehensive overview equips healthcare providers and caregivers with essential knowledge to improve diabetes management in older adults.
Overview
Syllabus
Questions
Demographics
What is diabetes
Signs and symptoms
Blood tests
Memory Problems and Depression
Recommendations
Sarcopenia
Low blood sugars
Metformin
Insulin therapy
ADA guidelines
Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should check blood sugars
Blood sugar target
Taught by
UCLA Health
