DIABETES CARE FOR THE ELDERLY - LEVEL 2 COURSE
NVQ
Distance
Description
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Type
NVQ Level 2
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Class hours
160h
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Duration
12 Months
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Start date
Different dates available
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
Approximate Study Time: 160 Hours (Self Study) Buy Now More InfoThe Diabetes Care for the Elderly – Level 2 Course is aimed to give all staff, supervisors and managers the essential knowledge needed to offer the very best professional approach to the management of diabetes. On successful completion of this course students will receive an accredited Level 2 Certificate of Achievement.
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About this course
There is no prior learning knowledge or experience required to take this course.
On successful completion of this course students will receive an accredited Level 2 Certificate of Achievement.
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Subjects
- Management
- Staff
- IT
- Approach
- Quality
- Diabetes
- Accredited
- Medication
- Quality Training
- IT Management
Course programme
Unit 1 - The Nature of Diabetes
The following topics are included: What is diabetes?; Type 1 diabetes; Type 2 diabetes; Understanding the pancreas; What is insulin?; What is glucose?; Predicaments; Gestational diabetes; and Diabetes in the elderly.
Unit 2 - Identification of People with Diabetes
The following topics are included: Who has diabetes?; Who gets diabetes?; Symptoms of diabetes type 1; Symptoms of diabetes type 2; and Who will be tested?.
Unit 3 - Detection and Management of Diabetes
The following topics are included: Detecting foot problems; High blood pressure; Blood glucose control; Eye testing; Medication for diabetes; Insulin; and Care plan.
Unit 4 - Complications of Diabetes
The following topics are included: Atherosclerosis; Heart disease; Strokes; Diabetic kidney disease (nephropathy); Diabetic eye problems; Diabetic retinopathy; Cataracts; Glaucoma; Diabetic neuropathy; Susceptibility to infection such as urinary tract infections (UTIs); Skin and mouth conditions; Osteoporosis; Hearing problems; Impotence and erectile problems; High cholesterol; Gastroparesis; Ketones; Ketoacidosis; Hyperglycaemia; and Hypoglycaemia.
Unit 5 - Diet and Nutrition in Diabetes
The following topics are included: Diet; A few diabetic food myths; Losing weight with diabetes; Diets to avoid; Eating plan for a diabetic; Alcohol; Understanding carbohydrates; Fats; Proteins; and Water.
Unit 6 - Management of Diabetic Emergencies
The following topics are included: Diabetic ketoacidosis; Hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic nonketotic syndrome (HHNS); Hypoglycaemia; and Hyperglycaemia.
Unit 7 - Management of Diabetes in the Elderly
The following topics are included: Depression; Seasonal affective disorder; Infections; Urinary incontinence in the elderly; and Gum disease in the elderly.
Unit 8 - Diabetic Foot Care
The following topics are included: Foot problems; Peripheral neuropathy; Charcot's foot; Arthritis; Gangrene; Tips to reduce problems with feet; Cause for concern; What to be observant of; and Points to be aware of when looking after a diabetics feet.
Unit 9 - Dealing with Viruses
The following topics are included: Viruses; Personal hygiene; The norovirus; Cleaning up; Food poisoning; Shingles; and Cold sores.
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DIABETES CARE FOR THE ELDERLY - LEVEL 2 COURSE