Care and Management of Type 2 Diabetes in Adults: A Handbook for Nurse Practitioners and Advanced Practice Providers by Angela R. Thompson DNP FNP-C BC-ADM CDCES FAANP

A Practical Guide for Managing Type 2 Diabetes in Primary Care With Type 2 diabetes affecting over 11% of the U.S. population and continuing to rise, primary care providers need a clear, evidence-based resource to navigate its complexities. Care and Management of Type 2 Diabetes in Adults: A Handbook for Nurse Practitioners provides clinicians with a comprehensive blueprint for screening, diagnosis, treatment, and patient-centered chronic care management. This handbook covers foundational knowledge on assessment, pathophysiology, lifestyle interventions, and pharmacologic treatment, while also exploring psychosocial considerations, acute care strategies, and the latest diabetes technologies, including insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors. Designed specifically for nurse practitioners and advanced practice clinicians, this essential guide translates leading diabetes guidelines into real-world primary care practice. Key Features: Provides clinical practice recommendations for screening, diagnosis, and treatment Offers guidance on emerging diabetes technologies such as continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps Serves as a practical roadmap for the pharmacologic management of Type 2 diabetes Read more