Realistic target levels for diabetes treatment are rendom blood glucose levels of 8-11 mmol/L (Hull 2008)
When treating diabetes in the older population, treatment should be individaulised and tailored to people's needs and lifestyle (Mooradian et al 1999, Hull 2008), just as it is in younger age group.
Managing diabates involves a considerable element of self-care.
Informed decision about care and treatment should be made in partnership with patients and healtcare professionals (National Collaborating Centre for Chronic Condition 2008)