Diabetes

This one day course is suitable for all support workers.

The course provides information on the causes, diagnosis and effects of the condition. It also focuses on acute and chronic complications and the practical management of diet. Learners will consider their responsibilities regarding educating and supporting service users; including side effects, treatment and prevention.

Learning objectives:

By the end of this course learners should be able to understand:

• What is Diabetes
• The global impact of diabetes and the current statistics
• What is happening physiologically
• The predisposing factors
• How Diabetes manifests
• What causes type 1 and type 2 Diabetes
• The difference between the two
• The potential complications; acute and chronic
• Hypoglycemia and Hyperglycemia-causes
• The management of Hypoglycemia and Hyperglycemia
• What care is required to prevent the physical side effects
• The importance of diet and what constitutes a healthy diet for the person
• Current and future medication and treatment of Diabetes
• The importance of Risk Assessment and how to assess risk
• The impact on lifestyle and causes of non compliance
• NICE guidelines on Diabetes
• How to promote a healthy lifestyle

Training methods:

• Tutor presentations
• Discussion
• OHP/PowerPoint
• Small & large group work
• Practical exercises
• Handouts

CP192/5.9