Diabetes Part 1


Description
In this course, you will learn about the different types of diabetes, including Type 1, Type 2, pre-diabetes, and gestational diabetes. We will explore how each condition develops, how it is monitored, and the most effective strategies for managing diabetes. You will also learn about the impact diabetes can have on everyday activities and daily living, as well as practical ways to support participants living with diabetes.

After completing this course, you will be able to:

1. Explain what diabetes is and identify the different types of diabetes, including pre-diabetes and gestational diabetes.
2. Describe how each type of diabetes is monitored and managed to support positive health outcomes.
3. Understand the impact and potential complications of diabetes on everyday activities and daily living.
4. Recognise how to effectively support participants living with diabetes while promoting their health, safety, and wellbeing.
Content
  • Diabetes Part 1
  • Course Objectives
  • Understanding Diabetes.mp4
  • Digestion
  • Pancreas
  • Two important points
  • Types of Diabetes
  • Type 1 Diabetes
  • Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Insulin Resistance
  • Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis
  • Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Gestational Diabetes Risk Factors
  • Pre-diabetes
  • Pre-diabetes Risk factors
  • Learning Objective 1 Complete
  • Managing Type 1 Diabetes
  • Managing Type 2 Diabetes
  • Managing Gestational Diabetes
  • Structured Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • Blood Glucose for Target Range
  • Guidelines for When and How to Monitor
  • Hypoglycaemia
  • Causes of Hypoglycaemia
  • Hyperglycaemia
  • Causes of Hyperglycaemia
  • Ketoacidosis
  • Learning Objective 2 Complete
  • Diabetes a serious health condition
  • Fit to drive
  • Work
  • Support Plan
  • Travel
  • Complications
  • Reducing the Risk of Diabetes Complications
  • Learning Objective 3 Complete
  • Supporting Participants with Disability and Diabetes
  • 1. Healthy eating and nutrition
  • Healthy Choices and Foods to Limit
  • Carbohydrates
  • Your Role and Responsibilities
  • 2. Physical activity and exercise
  • 3. Health Observation and Monitoring
  • 4. Medication
  • Setting reminders
  • 5. Understanding the participants individual needs
  • Diabetes burnout.mp4
  • Common psychological impacts
  • Diabetes and Mental Health
  • Judgement and Diabetes
  • Language Has Power
  • Managing Needle Fear and Anxiety
  • Overcoming Anxiety
  • Compassion
  • 6. Risk Reduction
  • 7. Support from Others
  • Learning Objective 4 Complete
  • Summary
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: 1 year