Diabetes Education

Overview:

The Diabetes Education class is designed to provide an overview of the diabetes disease process, self-management of diabetes, and self-management of medications prescribed for it.

Overall Goal:

Self-Blood Glucose Monitoring
Independent management of insulin injections
Actions of oral or insulin medications
Overview of Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes disease process
Complications of uncontrolled diabetes
Recognizing and dealing with blood glucose levels when they are too high or critical
Recognizing and dealing with blood glucose levels whey they are too low or critical
Factors that affect blood glucose levels
Importance of monitoring blood pressure, A1c, and cholesterol
Type of care to expect from Medical Provider
Proper diabetic foot care
Proper diabetic dental care
Identifying medications and ability to take them independently
Review of proper utilization of pill organizer and accuracy
Contacting primary care provider and pharmacy when needed
Keeping track of medical appointments

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Diabetes Education

Diabetes Education