Referral for Diabetes Management

A 65-year-old female patient with a history of diabetes and hypertension is being discharged from the hospital. The healthcare provider decides that the patient needs further evaluation by a specialist to manage her blood sugar levels and cardiovascular health.

The nurse is responsible for making the appropriate referral. Fill in the blank with the correct term: The nurse should refer the patient to a __________ for further management of her diabetes and cardiovascular concerns.