Diabetes at End of Life

Course Overview

This course provides a refresher on the physiology of blood glucose control before exploring the pathophysiology of different types of diabetes. It equips delegates with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely manage diabetes in patients receiving palliative and end of life care, including the recognition and management of diabetic emergencies.

Practical blood glucose monitoring using a glucometer is also included.

This Course is For

Health professionals caring for diabetic patients receiving palliative and end of life care.

Course Capacity & Cost

• 20 places
• Organisational booking: £1,700
• Individual booking: £100 per person

Indicative Content

• Physiology of normal blood glucose control
• Pathophysiology of diabetes
• Complications of diabetes
• Best practice management of diabetes in palliative and end of life care
• Diabetic emergencies
• Blood glucose monitoring practical skills