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Study Highlights Gap Between Real and Perceived Diabetes Knowledge in Outpatient Nurses

Consult QD

The study involved an 11 question survey designed to measure nurses’ actual and perceived knowledge of hypoglycemia treatment, insulin storage, glucose monitoring, health maintenance and food label basics. Nearly 500 RNs, APRNs and LPNs who worked in an ambulatory Cleveland Clinic facility responded.

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A Closer Look at the RN Job Description

Every Nurse

Outside of Traditional Hospital Settings Ambulatory care offers diverse career paths for RNs beyond traditional hospital roles. Ambulatory nurses specialize in chronic illness management, injury care, pain management, and health education.