Safe At School: Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) in the School Setting | Recording-Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) in the School Setting

Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) in the School Setting

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In the final webinar of the seven-part series designed for school nurses, Dr. Christine March, a pediatric endocrinologist and member of the ADA Safe at School Working Group, presented on "Continuous Glucose Monitors in the School Setting." The program emphasized the importance of school nurses in supporting students with diabetes to optimize their education and participation in school-sponsored activities. CGMs, such as Dexcom G6 and G7, Freestyle Libre, and Medtronic Guardian, were discussed in detail, highlighting their benefits, accuracy, and special considerations for school use. Remote monitoring and the role of school nurses in responding to CGM alarms were also addressed. Dr. March encouraged collaboration between parents, healthcare providers, school nurses, and school districts to ensure the safety and well-being of students with diabetes at school.

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webinar

school nurses

CGMs

Dexcom

Freestyle Libre

Medtronic Guardian

diabetes

collaboration

safety