Understand the treatment and management of diabetes

Learning Outcome

1. Understand how diabetes is treated

1.1 Outline the care pathway for diabetes

1.2 Describe the different types of medication used to treat Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes

1.3 Describe the importance of diet and exercise for optimising blood glucose levels

1.4 Identify how different forms of treatment can impact on an individual’s daily life

2. Know the treatment for hypoglycaemia

2.1 Identify common causes of hypoglycaemia

2.2 Outline the signs and symptoms of hypoglycaemia

2.3 Identify how hypoglycaemia is confirmed in an emergency

2.4 Describe the action to take if an individual has hypoglycaemia

3.Know the treatment for hyperglycaemia

3.1 Identify possible causes of hyperglycaemia

3.2 Outline the signs and symptoms of hyperglycaemia

3.3 Describe what action to take if an individual has hyperglycaemia

4. Understand the complications that can occur as a result of having diabetes

4.1 Outline how stress and illness affects blood glucose

4.2 Identify what is meant by diabetic ketoacidosis

4.3 Describe a range of complications associated with diabetes

4.4 Explain the links between diabetes and:

cardiovascular disease

dementia

depression

4.5 Outline the long-term health consequences of developing type 2 diabetes

5. Understand ways to prevent or detect complications associated with diabetes

5.1 Suggest ways to prevent illness and infection

5.2 Identify how regular monitoring can help to prevent complications

5.3 Outline the regular screening process used for early detection of long-term complications

5.4 Explain the importance of foot care for people with diabetes

5.5 Describe the need for pre-pregnancy planning for those with diabetes

5.6 Explain the importance of optimising blood glucose levels during pregnancy