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Y/616/7445 Unit 039 Diabetes Awareness |
Unit 039 Y/616/7445: Diabetes Awareness (Credits 6)
Understand Diabetes and the Associated Implications
- Define diabetes
- Identify prevalence rates for different types of diabetes
- Describe possible key long-term complications to health as a result of having diabetes
- Explain what is meant by the term hyperglycaemia
- Explain what is meant by the term hypoglycaemia
- Explain the procedure for referring an individual with diabetes to others
Know the Most Common Types of Diabetes and Their Causes
- Describe key features of Type 1 diabetes
- Describe key features of Type 2 diabetes
- List the most common possible causes of diabetes:
Type 1
Type 2
- Describe the likely signs and symptoms of each type of diabetes
- Outline contributing risk factors that may lead to the development of Type 2 diabetes
Understand How to Implement a Person-centred Approach When Supporting Individuals with Diabetes
- Define person-centred support for an individual with diabetes
- Explain the importance of using individualised care plans to support individuals with diabetes
- Explain the care pathway for the individual with newly diagnosed Type 2 diabetes
- Explain what self-care skills are needed for both types of diabetes
- Explain the importance of supporting individuals to make informed decisions
Understand The Nutritional Needs of Individuals with Diabetes
- Explain the principles of a balanced diet
- Analyse how different carbohydrates affect blood glucose levels
- Explain the role of the nutritional plan in the management of diabetes and how to report any related problems
Understand Factors Relating to an individual’s Experience of Diabetes
- Describe how different individuals may experience living with diabetes
- Evaluate the impact that the attitudes and behaviours of others may have on an individual with diabetes
- Assess how an individual can manage their diabetes through different aspects of their lifestyle
Understand The Importance of Monitoring Diabetes
- Explain the importance of accurately measuring blood pressure when supporting individuals with diabetes
- State the normal parameters for blood pressure
- Explain the purpose of accurate blood glucose monitoring for individuals with diabetes
- State the normal blood glucose range
- Explain the purpose of accurate urine monitoring for individuals with diabetes
- Describe the annual review checks needed to screen for long-term complications
Understand the Links Between Diabetes and Other Conditions
- Explain the links between diabetes and:
- Dementia
- Depression
- Pregnancy
