​This workshop has been developed with nurses working in the care sector in mind as well as for community nurses, who are looking to expand their expertise in diabetes management.

Building on their existing knowledge, this training empowers nurses to become champions of advanced diabetes practices within their organisations and localities, positioning them as go-to experts in improving patient care and outcomes.

​This enables learners to:​​​

• Understand the causes and diagnosis of diabetes (type 1 and type 2)

• Obtain a greater understanding of the older person living with diabetes

• Be aware of the spectrum of treatment options available (including ‘lifestyle’)

• Identify oral and injectable therapies – including when they should be given in relation to meals and common side effects*

• Understand the importance of checking injection sites and identifying areas of lipohypertrophy (lipos)

• Explain how to prevent lipos from occurring

• Be aware of the legal requirements and best practices regarding the administration of insulin and the use/disposal of 'sharps'

• Understand what is considered ‘Safe and unsafe’ blood glucose levels for older people

• Explain the importance of identifying Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA); know when ketone testing is appropriate and intervention required

• Demonstrate an awareness of Hyperosmolar Hyperglycaemic State (HHS)

• Gain a brief overview of the management of the person with diabetes during inter-current illness

• Understand how to care for someone with diabetes at the end of their life​

• Get hands-on time with a range of injectable devices​​​