Self blood glucose monitoring (SBGM) has changed the treatment of diabetes dramati cally. In this article, the author discusses the advantages and disadvantages, presents the test procedure, and discusses relevant educational issues. This article is a must read for those providing care to the diabetic in the home care setting.
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