The development of an insulin infusion protocol was initiated by key contributors from a team of nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and physicians. The physician members were from various specialties, ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Neonatal hypoglycemia is common in infants born soon after betamethasone administration and may be reduced by at ...

In spite of the fact that about one-quarter of hospitalized individuals suffer from hyperglycemia, which is associated with numerous adverse effects, there are no standardized treatment strategies for ...

Initially, the infusion was made using U-100 insulin; the hospital standardized the concentration of insulin drips (1 U/mL) in order to reduce medication errors. But concern was raised about excessive ...

An association between protein catabolism and diabetes has been known for centuries. The Greek physician Aretaeus the Cappadocian described diabetes as a condition that causes “melting of flesh” into ...

Purpose: An insulin infusion protocol for critical care units is described. Summary: Evidence that aggressive glycemic control improves outcomes led physicians, nurses, dietitians, and pharmacists at ...