Ask the NP Expert Webinar: Demystifying Insulin Therapy in the Primary Care Setting
CE Information
1.4 CE credits (1.4 pharmacology)Completion Time
1 hour, 30 minutesAvailable Until
December 20, 2025Navigate
Overview
This 90-minute session will explore:
- Indications for insulin therapy
- Types of insulin and their pharmacokinetics
- Practical considerations for initiation and titration
- Overcoming patient barriers and Enhancing adherence
The program includes interactive case-based discussion and Q&A.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Identify appropriate indications for initiating insulin therapy in primary care.
- Differentiate between types of insulin based on pharmacokinetics and patient needs.
- Apply evidence-based strategies for initiating and titrating insulin to optimize glycemic control.
- Recognize and manage common challenges in insulin therapy, including hypoglycemia.
- Implement patient-centered approaches to improve adherence and address insulin hesitancy.
Speakers
Roberta Capelson, MS, ANP, an expert nurse practitioner specializing in endocrinology and diabetes management. With years of expertise in caring for older adults with diabetes, Roberta brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion, particularly on managing hypoglycemia in this population.
CE Information
This activity offers 1.4 CE credits (1.4 pharmacology) to attendees.
Accredited by American Association of Nurse Practitioners®.
This activity is approved for 1.4 contact hour(s) of continuing education (which includes 1.4 hour(s) of pharmacology) by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners®. Activity ID#:25027087 . This activity was planned in accordance with AANP Accreditation Standards and Policies.
Disclosures
The speaker has no financial relationships or conflicts of interest to disclose.
Activity Content
Registration to this activity includes access to the following supporting materials.
- Presentation Slides & Resources (Size: 1.8 MB)
Duration: about 1 hour | Quality: HD
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