Management strategy for steroid-induced malglycemia during cancer treatment.
Malglycemia is a temporary problem that has significant negative sequelae. This article attempts to clarify and educate oncology nurses about the impact and management of steroid-induced malglycemia on patients with cancer receiving treatment. A management algorithm is provided to aid in evaluation and treatment decisions.
PCR Oncology in Pismo Beach, California.
Diane
D
De Vos-Schmidt
Office of Roger Steele, San Luis Obispo, California.
Kris
K
Dilworth
D001786:Blood Glucose / Q000378:metabolism*; D006801:Humans; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000150:complications / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy*; D013256:Steroids / Q000009:adverse effects*
D001786:Blood Glucose; D013256:Steroids
blood glucose; education; malglycemia