(F09) Decoding the Spike: Practical Approaches to Steroid-Induced Hyperglycemia in Oncology
Friday, August 7, 2026
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
CE: .75 CE
Pharmacology Hours: .75 CE
This interactive session opens with questions to benchmark current practice patterns and identify key knowledge gaps. The program then reviews the pathophysiology and distinctive glycemic patterns associated with steroid-induced hyperglycemia (SIH) in oncology patients. Common complications are examined, followed by a review of evidence-based strategies for screening, monitoring, and pharmacologic management across varying steroid regimens. Participants will gain practical tools to educate patients and caregivers using clear, actionable, steroid-specific sick-day rules and insulin titration guidance. Attendees will be able to apply learning by identifying glycemic patterns and monitoring strategies aligned with cancer treatment schedules.
Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
Explain the underlying pathophysiology and characteristic glycemic patterns associated with steroid-induced hyperglycemia in oncology populations.
Apply evidence-based screening, monitoring, and pharmacologic management strategies for steroid-induced hyperglycemia across diverse corticosteroid regimens.
Deliver clear, actionable patient and caregiver education, including steroid-specific sick-day management and glucose-lowering medication titration guidance.
Disclosure(s):
Bilja Sajith, PhD, MSN, PGP-AI ML, APRN, FNP-C.: No financial relationships to disclose
Iana Sajith, n/a: No financial relationships to disclose
