You overhear staff discussing a pregnant patient with opioid…

You overhear staff discussing a pregnant patient with opioid use disorder. Your coworker says, “It’s not fair to the baby that they will be born addicted to drugs.”   The next time you see that coworker one-on-one, what is an appropriate way to give feedback?   

Case Study: Mia  Mia is a 31 y/o G1P000 with gestational dia…

Case Study: Mia  Mia is a 31 y/o G1P000 with gestational diabetes at 33 weeks gestation.  She has made the dietary changes recommended by the nutritionist and has been exercising regularly after meals.  She has been checking her glucose at home with consistent elevations despite lifestyle changes.  Her provider recommends that she start using medication for glucose control.  Which medication will likely be prescribed?  

Case Study: Mia  Mia is a 31 y/o G1P000 with gestational dia…

Case Study: Mia  Mia is a 31 y/o G1P000 with gestational diabetes at 33 weeks gestation.  She has made the dietary changes recommended by the nutritionist and has been exercising regularly after meals.  She has been checking her glucose at home with consistent elevations despite lifestyle changes.  Her provider recommends that she start using medication for glucose control.  Which medication will likely be prescribed?