12 Contact Hours Diabetes Mellitus

Course overview

Identify the various types of diabetes. Identify the prevalence of diabetes in the United States. Discuss the pathophysiology of diabetes. Identify the nonmodifiable and modifiable risk factors for developing diabetes. Understand the recommended screening guidelines to prevent diabetes. Understand the recommended diagnostic tests to confirm diabetes. Identify the common signs and symptoms of diabetes. Identify the psychological impact of a diabetes diagnosis for the patient and family. Compare and contrast the various treatment modalities of diabetes (nutrition/diet, oral medications, insulin, pumps and surgical options). Identify and understand the role of the nurse caring for a patient diagnosed with diabetes. Identify the cultural considerations related to caring for the diabetic patient and family. Discuss the future of diabetes, including stem cell research.