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On-Demand

Technology Integration

(D23) DSMES and Technology Use in Older Adults with Diabetes and Dementia

Sunday, August 9, 2026
2:50 PM - 3:35 PM ET
CE: .75 CE
Pharmacology Hours: .25 CE
Older adults living with diabetes mellitus experience dementia at twice the frequency of individuals without diabetes. The co-prevalence of dementia and diabetes is expected to increase over the next 30 years placing additional burden on the health care system. This presentation will review key aspects of identifying and managing cognitive decline in older adults with diabetes, with a specific focus on how to adapt diabetes self-management education (DSME) and support technology use. A proposed adaptation of DSME will be reviewed including simplifying treatment regimens, adapting education materials and involving caregivers through dyad approach.

Learning Objectives:

At the completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
  • Describe the prevalence of patients living with diabetes mellitus and cognitive impairment and incorporate strategies for clinical assessment in practice.
  • Adapt DSME for patients with diabetes and dementia by simplifying treatment, developing education materials, and involving caregivers.
  • Demonstrate evidence-based strategies to incorporate continuous glucose monitor use for patients living with diabetes and cognitive impairment.
Disclosure(s):
Patricia Underwood, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC: No financial relationships to disclose
Nancy A. Allen, PhD, ANP-BC, FADCES, FAAN: Dexcom: Research (Ongoing)