Basic Intormation on Diabetes Care (2cr)

Course unit code: 7K00HL20

General information

Credits: 2 cr

Teaching language: Finnish

Objectives

After completing the online course the student will
- know what kind of disease diabetes is
- understand the different aspects of diabetes care and the principles of diabetes care in various situations
- understand the principles of supporting self-care and providing guidance for those with diabetes

Content

- diabetes as a disease
- aspects of diabetes care
- diet and exercise
- diabetes medication
- care of feet and mouth
- monitoring of the treatment
- supporting self-care and patient education
- acute complications
- treatment of diabetes during hospitalization