Understand diabetes

Learning Outcome

1. Understand the function of glucose in the blood

1.1 Explain what 'blood glucose' is

1.2 Describe the difference between simple and complex carbohydrates

1.3 Define the terms:

Glycaemia

Hypoglycaemia

Hyperglycaemia


1.4 Describe the pre-diabetic states

2. Understand the function of insulin in the blood

2.1 Describe how insulin is produced in the body

2.2 Explain how insulin affects blood glucose levels

2.3 Describe what is meant by 'insulin resistance'

3. Understand the different forms and causes of diabetes

3.1 Describe what is meant by the term 'diabetes'

3.2 Outline the key features of Type 1 diabetes

3.3 Outline the key features of Type 2 diabetes

3.4 Explain the causes of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes

3.5 Explain how gestational diabetes occurs

3.6 Identify the prevalence of different forms of diabetes

4. Know the risk factors for developing Type 2 diabetes

4.1 Identify risk factors associated with the development of Type 2 diabetes

4.2 Describe ways that individuals can reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes

5. Understand how diabetes is confirmed

5.1 Describe the likely signs and symptoms of diabetes

5.2 Identify methods of assessing individuals at risk of Type 2 diabetes

5.3 Outline the process of screening for diabetes