Building Competency in Diabetes Education THE ESSENTIALS

FOUNDATIONS OF DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT EDUCATION AND SUPPORT| 2-93

e) Identifies their type of diabetes.

Level 2: Basic

a) Explains the body’s response when insufficient insulin is available. b) Explains the ranges for acceptable, high and low BG. c) Describes signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia, including concept of excess BG “spilling” into urine. d) Discusses personal problems regarding the incorporation of diabetes care into daily activities and discusses possible resources and/or solutions. e) Verbalizes willingness/desire to participate in intensive diabetes therapy (type 1 or type 2). Basic level and : a) States the characteristic signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia. b) Explains production and function of insulin as appropriate to their type of diabetes. c) Identifies concerns regarding potential effects of diabetes on family, work, etc.. d) States the basic risk factors that may lead to the development of diabetes. e) Knows the goals for optimal diabetes control, including metabolic targets. a) Recognizes/can interpret pathophysiological responses (e.g. the effect of counterregulatory hormones on their BG levels). b) Describes the “dawn phenomenon” and the rationale for treatment. c) Verbalizes feelings about the development of their diabetes and potential for complications. d) Verbalizes and demonstrates integration of diabetes care into their life.

Level 3: Intermediate

Level 4: Advanced

BG = blood glucose