Berkshire District Medical Society Fall Meeting 2019

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MACRA Resources

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Giving Back: A Pathway to Happiness, Purpose and Fulfillment – Speaker Biographies

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Question 1

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When working with older patients in diabetes management, consider the progressive restriction of homeostatic reserve. With increasing age, there is a decrease in the physiological reserve which allows one to maintain homeostasis in the presence of environmental, physiological, or emotional stress. There is a phy

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Question 2

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Consideration of the patient’s living environment is important when considering diabetes management challenges. An example is the patient living in an assisted care setting. Which of the following circumstances should be taken into consideration?     The patient may not have control over their meal plann

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Question 3

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Safe and comprehensive treatment of opioid use disorder with buprenorphine in the outpatient setting in close collaboration with nurses is possible because many aspects of care can be based on established protocols.   True true Evidence supports collaboration with nurses and other collaborative t

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Choosing Wisely Diabetes Management Exam

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EXAM Choosing Wisely - Diabetes Management in an Aging Population 70 true Please answer the following questions. A score of at least 70% is required to receive AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.™   4294983966 true true 4294983967 true true 4294983968 true true

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Question 5

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There is an increased risk of depression in older adults with diabetes mellitus. However, self-management of diabetes provides alleviation of depressive symptoms by maintenance of appropriate glucose levels.   True false False true Older patients with diabetes often require more assi

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Question 2

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Mr. Scott is a 47 yo gentleman you are treating for opioid use disorder with buprenorphine. Recently he has had a number of difficult life circumstances including a divorce, a demotion at work, and worsening of his chronic back pain. His last few toxicologies have shown some fentanyl and oxycodone, which are not

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Question 4

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Many older adults have hypoglycemic unawareness. Neuroglycopenic symptoms may include weakness, dizziness, and confusion. Neurotypical symptoms are tremors, palpitations, and sweating. Those older patients with executive dysfunction experience:   Interference with the identification of hypoglycemic sym

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