Type 2 diabetes – self monitoring of blood glucose ( SMBG )

Routine SMBG is not indicated in people with Type 2 diabetes unless-they are on insulin OR evidence of hypoglycemic episode OR they are on oral medication which increases the risk of hypoglycemia while driving or operating machinery OR they are pregnant or planning to be pregnant

Short term SMBG can be considered in people with Type 2 diabetes- if they are started on oral or IV corticosteroid OR to confirm suspected hypoglycemia

Type 2 diabetes and Intercurrent illness -People with type 2 diabetes suffering with an intercurrent illness are at increased risk of worsening hypoglycemia

Annual structured assessment self monitoring skills quality and frequency of testing do they know how to interpret bl glucose and what to do impact of SMBG on their QoL continued benefit equipment used.

RESOURCES

DVLA - Assessing fitness to drive: a guide for medical professionals Assessing fitness to drive: a guide for medical professionals - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Driving and diabetes -by Diabetes UK Driving when you have diabetes | Diabetes UK

Diabetes UK on driving and diabetes Driving with Diabetes

Reference Type 2 diabetes in adults: management NICE guideline [NG28]Published: 02 December 2015 Last updated: 15 February 2022 Recommendations | Type 2 diabetes in adults:...