J Korean Diabetes.  2020 Sep;21(3):156-160. 10.4093/jkd.2020.21.3.156.

Management of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults

• Yun HR

• KMID: 2507047
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4093/jkd.2020.21.3.156

Abstract

The number of adults living with type 1 diabetes is increasing due to an increase in the number of newly diagnosed adult type 1 patients, and the longevity of individuals with childhood-onset diabetes. In addition, adults with type 1 diabetes currently span a wide range of ages, from 18 to 100 years of age, and diabetes self-management may vary by developmental stage. A reasonable A1C goal for many nonpregnant adults with type 1 diabetes is < 7%. But, as with all management issues for people with type 1 diabetes, providers need to individualize assessment and treatment options by individual patient. A structured education program for type 1 diabetes patients includes procedures for blood glucose self-monitoring, carbohydrate counting, and insulin dose adjustment at mealtimes to achieve optimal glycemic control and quality of life. Diabetes self-management education is the ongoing process of facilitating the knowledge, skill, and abilities necessary for diabetes patients to accomplish self-care, which includes the needs, goals, and life experiences of each individual with diabetes.

Keyword

Adult; Diabetes mellitus; type 1; Disease management

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