Identifies baseline endocrine status by
interviewing the patient and reviewing
the medical record for a history of
endocrine disorders (eg, diabetes).
Performs a diabetic assessment to
include
identifying types of diabetes (ie,
type I, type II, gestational, diabetes
of injury) and
identifying means of diabetes
control, such as
diet,
exercise,
use of oral glycemic agents,
and
type of insulin taken if
applicable (ie, name, dose,
route, date of last dose).
Identifies physiological status.
Verifies presence of prosthetics or
corrective devices (eg, insulin pump).
Assesses baseline skin condition.
Reports deviation in diagnostic study
results (eg, blood glucose level,
glycated hemoglobin).
Communicates physiological health
status (eg, verbal reports, patient
record) to appropriate team members.
Collaborates with other health care
providers regarding diagnostic study
results or assessment findings.
Administers prescribed medications by
reviewing the medication
reconciliation sheet for current
medications, medication allergy
interactions, contraindications, and
medication-medication or herbal
supplement-medication
interactions;
validating order as prescribed;
verifying the medication label;
anticipating the need for and
availability of equipment and
supplies based on the patient’s
needs (eg, insulin drip pump);
selecting equipment and supplies
in an organized and timely manner;