Question

A 19-year-old with type 1 diabetes reports recurrent hypoglycaemic episodes, especially at night, on a basal-bolus regimen. Which technology does NICE recommend considering to reduce the frequency of hypoglycaemia?

Accepted Answer

Insulin pump with continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion

Answer

Intermittent self-monitoring of blood glucose

Answer

Switch to twice-daily mixed insulin regimen

Answer

Oral sulfonylureas alongside insulin

Answer

No technology-based solutions are recommended

Practice question

A 19-year-old with type 1 diabetes reports recurrent hypoglycaemic episodes, especially at night, on a basal-bolus regimen. Which technology does NICE recommend considering to reduce the frequency of hypoglycaemia?