CNA102 - Diabetes: Type 2 (1.5 HR)
The nursing assistant will better understand diabetes, how it affects body systems, and how to care for the resident with diabetes to minimize complications of the disease.
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease marked by high levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood. It is the most common form of diabetes with millions of Americans having been diagnosed with the disease. Some people have a higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes than others. They include African Americans, Latinos, Native and Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders, as well as the aged population.
Objectives:
1. Discuss diabetes, including the types of diabetes.
2. List the risk factors for type 2 diabetes.
3. List and explain the symptoms of hypo- and hyperglycemia.
4. Discuss tests and treatment.
5. Explore medications used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
6. Discuss the care of the patient with diabetes.
7. Explain complications associated with diabetes.
Continuing Education Credits: 0 contact hours Iowa BON #335; 0 contact hours CA Board of Nursing CEP 14033; 0 contact hours CE Broker # 50-4572 Florida and District of Columbia; 0 contact hours for Social Work State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 159.001315; 0 contact hours for Physical Therapy State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 216.000284; 0 contact hours for Occupational Therapy State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 224.000164; 1.5 CE hours for certified nursing assistants; long term care department heads; and other health care disciplines.