Diabetes Awareness

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Y/650/2166
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
32 hours

Assessment Guidance

This unit needs to be assessed in line with the Skills for Care and Development Assessment Principles

Aim

The purpose of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to understand diabetes awareness

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand diabetes and the associated implications.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Define diabetes.

  • 1.2

    Identify prevalence rates for different types of diabetes.

  • 1.3

    Describe possible long-term complications to health as a result of having diabetes.

  • 1.4

    Explain what is meant by the term hyperglycaemia.

  • 1.5

    Explain what is meant by the term hypoglycaemia.

  • 1.6

    Explain the procedure of referring an individual with diabetes to other services.

2

Know the most common types of diabetes and their causes.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Describe features of Type 1 diabetes.

  • 2.2

    Describe features of Type 2 diabetes.

  • 2.3

    List the causes of diabetes:

    • Type 1
    • Type 2.

  • 2.4

    Describe the most common signs and symptoms of diabetes.

  • 2.5

    Outline contributing risk factors that may lead to the development of Type 2 diabetes.

3

Understand how to implement a person-centred approach when supporting individuals with diabetes.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Define person-centred support.

  • 3.2

    Explain the importance of using individualised care plans to support individuals with diabetes.

  • 3.3

    Explain the care pathway for the individual with newly diagnosed type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

  • 3.4

    Explain what self-care skills are.

  • 3.5

    Explain how to work with an individual, and or their carer, to optimise self-care skills.

  • 3.6

    Explain the importance of supporting individuals to make informed decisions.

4

Understand the nutritional needs of individuals with diabetes.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Explain the principles of a balanced diet.

  • 4.2

    Analyse how different carbohydrates affect blood glucose level.

  • 4.3

    Explain the role of the nutritional plan and how to report any related problems.

5

Understand factors relating to an individual's experience of diabetes.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1

    Describe how different individuals may experience living with diabetes.

  • 5.2

    Explain the impact that the attitudes and behaviours of others may have on an individual with diabetes.

  • 5.3

    Explain how an individual can manage their diabetes through different aspects of their lifestyle.

6

Understand the importance of monitoring diabetes.

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1

    Explain the importance of accurately measuring blood pressure when supporting individuals with diabetes.

  • 6.2

    Identify the normal parameters for blood pressure.

  • 6.3

    Explain the purpose of accurate blood glucose monitoring for individuals with diabetes.

  • 6.4

    State the normal blood glucose range.

  • 6.5

    Explain the purpose of accurate urine monitoring for individuals with diabetes.

  • 6.6

    Describe the annual review checks needed to screen for long term complications.

7

Understand the links between diabetes and other conditions.

Assessment Criteria

  • 7.1

    Explain the links between diabetes and:

    • Dementia
    • Depression
    • Pregnancy.