Children and adolescents with diabetes mellitus.

: Nurse practitioners play a vital role in the care of children and adolescents who live with diabetes mellitus. Because of their expertise in combining patient education with patient care, nurse practitioners can provide excellent care both in the primary care setting or as part of a multidisciplinary team. This article is focused on nurse practitioners in the primary care setting and provides up-to-date information on the basics of diabetes care. It provides readers with the many aspects of diabetes care including insulin, blood glucose monitoring, and nutrition.