Y/616/7445 Unit 039 Diabetes Awareness Assignment Questions Understanding, Managing and Supporting Individuals

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