'I have to say, being on many, many courses, Jeff's was probably one of the most interesting and fun course I've done'
Mrs Matthewman, Bowes Hutchinsons School
Diabetes Awareness Course
Raising awareness of the issue of service users who have diabetes within the care environment.
By the end of the session learners will be able to:
- Explain what diabetes is
- Identify signs and symptoms of diabetes
- Describe different types of diabetes and how the service user will present with each type
- Identify methods of measuring blood sugar levels and action to be taken if sugar is high or low
- Carry out first aid emergency action for a service user who is critically high or low
- Identifying dangers to the service user with diabetes with regards to diet and circulatory issues
- Explain / demonstrate suitable strategies when working with service users who have diabetes
Guided Learning Hours - 3 Hours
Certificate of Attendance
