Hypoglycaemia in diabetes
Prevention and management of hypoglycaemia
The presentation covers:
- Glycaemic targets and monitoring blood sugar levels
- Causes (decreased oral intake, change of medication regime or activity, food and stress)
- Management of hypoglycaemia, including emergency situations
- Follow-up care
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About the Presenter
Catherine Amadio Prochilo – Credentialled Diabetes Nurse Educator
Catherine is an accredited DAFNE (Dose Adjustment For Normal Eating) Facilitator (an evaluated self-management program for individuals with type 1 diabetes). She also completed an Advanced Diploma in Group Facilitation to improve communication processes. Catherine’s work in diabetes education spans 15 years, first with Diabetes Victoria and currently Diabetes Educator Team Leader. During this time, she has developed and delivered Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes education programs and resources to people with diabetes; she has produced education programs and resources to health professionals; she is a regular writer for Diabetes Victoria; and she regularly responds to calls and emails from people with diabetes, their families and health professionals.
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- Access to the live webinar or a recording of the webinar
- Presentation notes
- Multiple choice questions and answers
- Suggested further reading
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