The optimal blood glucose level for critically ill adult patients

ConclusionThis literature review provides a recommendation for targeting the optimal blood glucose level for critically ill patients within moderate blood glucose level target range (8–10 mmol/L). The need for uniformed glucometrics for unbiased reporting and further research for optimal blood glucose target is required, especially in light of new technological advancements in closed‐loop insulin delivery and monitoring devices.
Relevance to clinical practiceThis literature review has revealed a need to call for consensus in the measurement and reporting of glycaemic control using standardized glucometrics.

Source: Nursing in Critical Care - February 28, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Shaoning Lv, Paul Ross, Kathleen Tori Tags: Literature Review Source Type: research