Insulin Therapy A Pocket Guide [Paperback]

The aim of this book is to provide clear and concise information about the safe prescribing of insulin both subcutaneously and intravenously. It provides information on the different types of insulin, the delivery devices, side effects of insulin and, most importantly, on rational dose adjustment.

This handy pocket guide has clear and concise information about the safe administering of insulin, both subcutaneously and intravenously. It includes data on the different types and side effects of insulin, delivery devices, and, crucially, on dose adjustment.

1. History, Normal Physiology and Production of Insulin.- 2. Insulins and Regimens in Current Use.- 3. Subcutaneous Insulin Administration.- 4. Initiating and Adjusting Insulin.- 5. Side-Effects of Insulin.- 6. Intravenous Insulin.- 7. Use of Insulin in Hospitals.

From the reviews:

The purpose is to provide up-to-date information about different types of insulin, insulin delivery devices, side effects, and goals of therapy. & It seems most appropriate for junior medical trainees and medical students. & Its small size makes it convenient to carry around. This will be very useful for medical practitioners looking for a quick and easy-to-read guide on insulin therapy. (Olesya Krivospitskaya, Doodys Book Reviews, June, 2013)

Mark W. J. Strachan is a Consultant Physician in Diabetes, Endocrinology and Acute Medicine and Clinical Director of Acute Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Diabetes and Endocrinology at Western General Hospital, Edinburgh. During the course of his appointment he has been involved in many significant service developments, postgraduate education and training and research projects. His main research interest is the effect of diabetes on the brain, particularly the impact of Type 2 diabetes on cognitive function. He has authored over 100 research papers and edited a book entitled Davidson's Clinical Cases, which was awarded a first prize in lC]