Diabetes

  • Author: L Kelly
  • Level: Introduction
  • Study time: 48 mins
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Lesson series
Diabetes affects millions worldwide, yet it’s often misunderstood. This course clearly explains what diabetes is, the differences between Type 1 and Type 2, recognising symptoms, managing blood sugar levels, administering medications and insulin, and preventing complications. Gain essential knowledge to effectively support people living with diabetes.
  • Video time: 48 mins
  • Quiz: 1
  • Assessment: 1
Lesson series

Why this Care Training course?

Understanding diabetes means knowing the importance of managing blood sugar levels to prevent serious complications. Recognising symptoms early, correctly administering medications or insulin, and effectively responding to hypo- and hyperglycaemia are critical. This course equips you to support those with diabetes confidently, improving their quality of life.
Meet the instructor

Leigh Kelly

Leigh Kelly is a New Zealand Registered Nurse who has been working with the elderly and disabled since 1974. Her ADN focused on young physically disabled.

She has been a Charge Nurse at Kenepuru and Greenlane Hospitals Continuing Care Wards, owned her own dementia specific rest home and worked and managed rest homes.

She also has vast experience as a RN in continuing care facilities. 
Patrick Jones - Course author