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Management Strategy for Steroid-Induced Malglycemia During Cancer Treatment

Diane De Vos-Schmidt

Kris Dilworth

malglycemia, education, blood glucose
CJON 2014, 18(1), 41-44. DOI: 10.1188/14.CJON.41-44

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.

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