Name: An Introduction to Diabetes, Blood Glucose Monitoring and the Administration of Subcutaneous Insulin using a pen (e-Learning)
Price: 45 GBP
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Course Overview:Welcome to the "Introduction to Diabetes, Blood Glucose Monitoring, and Administration of Subcutaneous Insulin Using a Pen" e-learning course! This comprehensive course has been developed to provide a diverse audience, including healthcare professionals, students, caregivers, and individuals interested in diabetes management, with essential knowledge and skills related to diabetes, blood glucose monitoring, and insulin administration.Module 1: Understanding Diabetes<ul style="color: rgb(55, 65, 81); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(55, 65, 81);"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Explore the basics of diabetes, its types, and prevalence.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Understand the role of insulin in glucose regulation and energy metabolism.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn about the impact of diabetes on overall health and well-being.</li></ul>Module 2: Importance of Blood Glucose Monitoring<ul style="color: rgb(55, 65, 81); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(55, 65, 81);"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn about the significance of blood glucose monitoring in diabetes management.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Understand how regular monitoring supports treatment decisions and lifestyle adjustments.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Explore the implications of both high and low blood glucose levels.</li></ul>Module 3: Methods of Blood Glucose Monitoring<ul style="color: rgb(55, 65, 81); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(55, 65, 81);"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Familiarise yourself with different methods of blood glucose monitoring.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn about self-monitoring devices, continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), and their benefits.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Understand how to interpret and use glucose data for better diabetes control.</li></ul>Module 4: Blood Glucose Monitoring Techniques<ul style="color: rgb(55, 65, 81); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(55, 65, 81);"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Gain practical knowledge of blood glucose testing procedures.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Understand proper fingerstick techniques, device calibration, and hygiene practices.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn about timing and frequency of blood glucose measurements.</li></ul>Module 5: Introduction to Insulin Therapy<ul style="color: rgb(55, 65, 81); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(55, 65, 81);"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Explore the role of insulin therapy in diabetes management.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn about the different types of insulin, including rapid-acting, short-acting, intermediate-acting, and long-acting insulins.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Understand the concept of basal and prandial insulin dosing.</li></ul>Module 6: Subcutaneous Insulin Administration Using a Pen<ul style="color: rgb(55, 65, 81); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(55, 65, 81);"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn about insulin pens, their components, and advantages.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Understand the proper technique for preparing and administering insulin doses.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Explore injection sites, rotation strategies, and safe disposal practices.</li></ul>Module 7: Hypoglycemia and Hyperglycemia Management<ul style="color: rgb(55, 65, 81); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(55, 65, 81);"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn how to recognize and manage hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and hyperglycemia (high blood sugar).</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Understand the importance of prompt intervention and when to seek medical assistance.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Explore strategies for preventing and treating glucose imbalances.</li></ul> By participating in this open e-learning course, you will have gained essential knowledge and skills related to diabetes management, blood glucose monitoring, and subcutaneous insulin administration. Note: This course overview is a general guideline and can be customised to suit specific local requirements and preferences, therefore, we recommend that you contact us to discuss your requirements prior to making a booking.

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Gain essential knowledge and skills related to diabetes, blood glucose monitoring, and insulin administration with our comprehensive e-learning course. Ideal for healthcare professionals, students, caregivers, and individuals interested in diabetes management.

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