Avoiding errors associated with insulin therapy.

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Avoiding errors associated with insulin therapy.

July 3, 2013

Cohen H. Medscape CME/CE. May 14, 2009.

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This CME-accredited educational activity discusses safety concerns surrounding insulin therapy and provides strategies for clinicians to prevent such incidents.

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