Master the terminology and targets of modern glucose monitoring with these rapid-review flashcards.
The 2021 Update to the Clinical Practice Guidelines introduced significant changes to the language we use—shifting from SMBG to Capillary Blood Glucose (CBG)—and established new recommendations for using Real-Time and Intermittently Scanned Continuous Glucose Monitoring (rtCGM and isCGM). These flashcards are designed to help pharmacists and healthcare professionals quickly recall these new standards alongside the foundational principles of glycemic monitoring.
Key Topics Covered:
- New Terminology: differentiating between Capillary Blood Glucose (CBG), Real-Time CGM (rtCGM), and Intermittently Scanned CGM (isCGM).
- Glycemic Metrics: Memorizing the new international consensus targets, such as Time in Range (TIR >70%) and Time Below Range (TBR <4%) for most individuals.
- Testing Frequency: Reviewing when to measure A1C (every 3 months vs. 6 months) and the recommended frequency of CBG testing for different treatment regimens.
- Technology & Pregnancy: Understanding the specific recommendations for using rtCGM in pregnant women with type 1 diabetes to reduce NICU admissions and LGA infants.
- Troubleshooting: Identifying factors that render A1C inaccurate (e.g., iron deficiency, hemoglobinopathies) and knowing when to use ketone testing.