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. Author manuscript; available in PMC: 2009 Jan 1.
Published in final edited form as: J Nurs Scholarsh. 2008;40(3):261–267. doi: 10.1111/j.1547-5069.2008.00236.x

Table 1.

Examples of Management Strategies and Actions for Symptoms of Hyperglycemia

Strategy: Behavioral management strategies
Actions: Tailored to individual

  1. Check blood sugar and log more frequently.

  2. Review sick-day plan.

  3. Contact healthcare provider if readings are frequently > 140 before meals.

  4. Check urine for ketones if blood sugar is > 240.

  5. Increase fluids.

  6. Think about why your blood sugar might be elevated; how could it be prevented?

Strategy: Sociopsychological strategies
Actions: Tailored to individual

  1. Positive self talk – “I can handle this.”

  2. Social support–family, professionals, friends.

  3. Positive coping strategies.

  4. Stress reduction–abdominal breathing, visual imagery.

  5. Community resources–What do I need to get a handle on this problem?