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Dialysis Nurses’ Experiences with Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Hemodialysis Patients Treated with Insulin

Year: 2025

Type: book-chapter

Abstract: This study examines dialysis nurses' perspectives on the use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in hemodialysis (HD) patients with insulin-treated diabetes. Through eight semi-structured interviews, nurses highlighted how CGM improved the patients' and nurses' ability to monitor patients' glucose levels, enhancing patient engagement and nursing practices. The nurses emphasized the value of real-time glucose data during dialysis sessions, allowing for timely adjustments and better glycemic control. Despite these advantages, they also noted challenges, including a lack of knowledge regarding CGM technology. Overall, the nurses viewed CGM as a beneficial tool, providing a clearer understanding of patients' glucose patterns. Furthermore, the findings reveal that CGM fosters better communication and awareness among healthcare professionals and patients, ultimately improving the care provided to insulin-treated HD patients.

Source: Studies in health technology and informatics

DOI: 10.3233/shti250103

Authors: Sisse H. Laursen, Inger V. Kristensen, Hanne R. Larsen, Peter Vestergaard, Morten H. Jensen, Ole K. Hejlesen

Institutions: Aalborg University Hospital, University College of Northern Denmark, Aalborg University, Novo Nordisk (Denmark)

Language: English

Topic: Diabetes Management and Research

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4409244452

FWCI: 18.26

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