ABSTRACT
All people with type 2 diabetes should be performing some form of
blood glucose monitoring. This can be with blood reagent strips,
blood glucose meters or with urinalysis according to the individual’s
need and capabilities. It should be explained that blood glucose mon-
itoring is performed to:
Educate regarding the effects of diet and exercise on blood
glucose levels;
Indicate satisfactory blood glucose control;
Guide insulin dose adjustment and management of
hypoglycaemia;
Enable the patient to self-manage acute illness and new
situations with appropriate changes in therapy.
