Managing diabetes

Speciality
Nurses
Location
Online
Delivery
Online
Time / Duration
3.5 Hours
Subject matter expert
Diabetes Australia
Provider
Diabetes Qualified
Endorsed By
APNA

About the course

This course is part of the APNA-accredited “Diabetes in Practice for Nurses” program and offers a practical option for those not ready to commit to the entire 12-hour program.

In this 3.5-hour segment you will learn how people living with diabetes can manage their condition and prevent complications

How does this course work?

  • Once you enrol online you will automatically gain access to your course in our e-Learning platform. Everything you need to complete the course is available online, with 24/7 accessibility.
  • This segment of the Diabetes in Practice for Nurses course consists of 5 modules. You can complete each module at your own pace.
  • There are 4 multiple choice assessments. The results are shown immediately.
  • Once you have completed the modules, passed both assessments and completed the course feedback survey you will be able to download your ‘Certificate of Completion’.
  • You will have 12-months access to the course from your enrolment date. This enables you to learn on-demand, at your own pace, and at time that suits you.

What you will learn

After completing the course you will:

  • Understand the roles of the Diabetes Care Team and how they support people with effective diabetes management, along with legislation and guidelines for driving and travel.
  • Gain insights into healthy eating principles, including the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating, glycaemic index (GI), and the impact of carbohydrates, fats, and alcohol on diabetes management.
  • Recognise the benefits of physical activity in managing diabetes, including safety precautions and the link between exercise and blood glucose levels.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of key diabetes medications, their actions, side effects, and the role of insulin in type 2 diabetes management.

Modules & Assessments

This segment of the Diabetes in Practice for Nurses program has 5 modules. There are 4 short multiple choice assessments throughout. You can complete the course at your own pace. Your progress is saved, so each time you login you can pick up where you left off.

Online Delivery

Students have the flexibility to study in their own time online in the Diabetes Qualified Learning Management System. We recommend using a desktop computer or laptop with the Chrome website browser. Course completion requires approximately 3.5 hours of eLearning.

Certificate

On completion of the course and by passing the assessments you will instantly be able to download your certificate of completion.

 

Inclusions
Assessments
Certificate of completion
Interactive activities
Modules / Topics

Module 1: Introduction

  • Recognise that diabetes is a significant health problem in Australia and why it is important to follow this training.

Module 9: Living well with diabetes

  • Describe how diabetes can be managed and the purpose and individual roles that comprise a Diabetes Care Team in supporting a person with their diabetes management.
  • Discuss the legislation in relation to people with diabetes obtaining a driver’s licence as well as the guidelines around travel for people with diabetes.

Module 10: Healthy eating

  • Describe the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating, the plate model and additional recommendations for people living with diabetes.
  • Explain the impact of carbohydrates on blood glucose levels and give examples of food sources of carbohydrates and their role in healthy eating.
  • Describe what kilojoules are and how they contribute to weight management.
  • Discuss what glycaemic index (GI) is and give examples of low-GI foods.
  • Describe the four types of dietary fats and give examples of food sources and their effect on heart health and weight management.
  • Describe the impact of alcohol on diabetes and weight management. Discuss standard drink sizes and tips to help people reduce their consumption with reference to the NHMRC Low Risk Drinking Guidelines.
  • Recognise the significance of modest weight loss in overweight people can significantly reduce insulin resistance.

Module 11: Physical activity

  • Describe the benefits of physical activity for diabetes management with reference to the Australian Guidelines for Physical Activity.
  • Explain safety precautions people with diabetes should take before starting a physical activity program.
  • Discuss the link between physical activity and low blood glucose levels.

Module 12: Medications

  • Describe key actions of common oral medication groups used in diabetes management, including mechanisms of action and possible side-effects such as hypoglycaemia.
  • Explain the key action of insulin and why someone with type 2 diabetes might be prescribed insulin.
Type
Course
Delivery
Online
Title
Managing diabetes
Speciality
Nurses
Location
ONLINE
Time / Duration
3.5 Hours
CPD Points
3.5 CPD Hours
Location
Online
Posted By
Diabetes Qualified
Access Duration (in months)
12 months
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