Evaluating the impact of an insulin pump discontinuation action plan on patient or caregiver confidence and anxiety

ConclusionPatient recall of prior insulin pump action plan education is poor, with the vast majority of patients interested in further written anticipatory education regarding potential pump failure. The provision of an insulin pump action plan increases self-reported confidence in managing unexpected pump failure with a small associated increase in anxiety.

Source: Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders - March 4, 2019 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research