Enjoy!

A.C.T.I.O.N. Steps for SMBG for Patient

A   =  Arrange meter parts on clean surface

C   =  Cleanse hands

T  =  Test BG

I   =  Identify when extra BG checks needed

O  =  Observe result (treat high/low BG now)

N  =  Note result in log book  

Mary Ann Hodorowicz, RD, CDE, MBA, Certified Endocrinology Coder
PresentDiabetes Author of MNT and DSMT Reimbursement Audio Lectures

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That is another wonderful idea, Mary Ann

Thank you

Like! Sometimes I forget to wash my hands and this acronym helps me remember. Do you mind if I share it with some forum friends with proper attribution of course.

Hi Bonnie,

Of course you can pass it along!  

Thanks for the credit, also!

Mary Ann Hodorowicz, RD, CDE, MBA, Certified Endocrinology Coder
PresentDiabetes Author of MNT and DSMT Reimbursement Audio Lectures

Eat Well, Laugh Often, Love Much