Training & Workshops

07/09/2023

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A Continuing Professional Development Workshop

Workshop Title: Care of students with diabetes: In-depth review and latest technology updates

Overall Objective

By the end of this workshop the nurse will be able to: 

  • Describe diabetes management steps and develop skills for optimal diabetes care at schools.   
  • Acquire an in-depth understanding of the latest technologies in glucose monitoring.
  • Explain key components of automated insulin delivery systems and acquire the skills needed to assist students using insulin pumps in performing required tasks.
  • Master the delivery of diabetes care to anticipate and prevent acute diabetes complications. 

Accreditation Statement:

“This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Ministry of Public Health’s Department of Healthcare Professions – Accreditation Section and is approved for a maximum of 10.25 hours.”

Workshop Schedule- Day 1

TOPIC TIME:​ LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Pre-test 8:00 – 8:30
Overview of Type 1 & type 2 Diabetes in children
Pathophysiology- Treatment- Disease Management
Dr. Noor Hamed		 8:00 – 8:30 At the end of the session the nurse will be able to:

  • Describe and compare the pathophysiology of type 1 and type 2 diabetes in children and youth.
  • Outline the management plan of type 1 & type 2 diabetes specific to children and teenagers.
  • Recognize the importance of diabetes control for the health and safety of children with diabetes.
  • Describe health conditions associated with type 1 & type 2 diabetes.
Review of Insulins in T1DM

Practical- Insulin injection technique
Ayah Mattar

 9:30 – 9:45

9:45 – 10:00

 At the end of the session the nurse will be able to:

  • Identify the different types of insulin prescribed in T1DM and demonstrate an understanding of their characteristics.

  • Demonstrate proper insulin injection technique and identify common mistakes.
Coffee Break 10:00 –10:15
Glucose Monitoring Devices
Glucometers, Sensors & Flash Monitors
Understanding the Technology
Reading & interpreting results
Nedaa El Khatib		 10:15 – 11:00 At the end of the session the nurse will be able to:

  • Identify the role of glucose monitoring in optimal diabetes care.
  • List and distinguish features of fingerstick and continuous glucose monitoring devices.
  • Analyze sensors’ data with digital health platforms and mobile applications
Practical-
Hands on glucometers and sensors Insertion & troubleshooting
Ayah Mattar
Nedaa El Khatib		 11:00 – 11:45 At the end of the session the nurse will be able to:

  • Demonstrate placement, linking and calibration of glucose monitoring devices for accurate results.
  • Troubleshoot errors and alarms of glucose sensors.
Coffee Break 10:00 –10:15
Medical Nutrition Therapy in Type 1 Diabetes

Theory & Practice (Basic and Advanced Carb Count- Carb count school canteens)
Practical- Food labels- Carb ratio
Rasha Tayseer
Katie El Nahas

 12:15 –13:00

13:00- 13:45

 At the end of the session the nurse will be able to:

  • Distinguish between different macronutrients and their effects on blood glucose.
  • Identify and Estimate sources of carbohydrates and amount of carb in students school meals and snacks.
  • Differentiate between the effects of glycemic index versus carb content of food.

  • Derive carbohydrate content using food labels.
  • Calculate insulin doses for meals and snacks according to carb content.
Lunch 13:45 – 14:30 End of Day 1

Workshop Schedule- Day 2

TOPIC TIME:​ LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Hypoglycemia
Management and Prevention
Practical-
Glucagon injection- Glucose gel- Case studies
Dr. Amel Adam
Ayah Mattar
Nedaa El Khatib		 8:00 – 8:40

8:40 – 9:00

 At the end of the session the nurse will be able to:

  • Define and classify hypoglycemia according to levels of severity.
  • Recognize the importance of identifying signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia for every student with diabetes.
  • Analyze the causes and conditions leading to hypoglycemic events at school.
  • Deliver a glucagon injection.
  • Prepare an individualized plan for students with diabetes to manage and prevent hypoglycemia.
Hyperglycemia
Management & Prevention- DKA emergency.
Sick day Management Practical- Case studies
Glucagon injection- Glucose gel- Case studies
Nedaa El Khatib
Ayah Mattar		 9:00 – 9:40

9:40 – 10:00

 At the end of the session the nurse will be able to:

  • Define hyperglycemia and identify its causes.
  • Identify signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia and DKA.
  • Outline the steps for hyperglycemia management & DKA emergency.
  • Prepare a specific individualized plan to prevent hyperglycemia and DKA.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of sick day management.
Exercise Management with diabetes

Nedaa El Khatib
Ayah Mattar

 10:00 –10:30 At the end of the session the nurse will be able to:

  • State the importance of exercise for students with diabetes.
  • Identify the potential risks and challenges during exercise for students with diabetes.
  • Evaluate student’s condition to exercise safely and plan for appropriate actions.
Coffee Break 10:30 –10:45
Insulin Pumps:
From Theory to Practice
Practical-
Hands-on insulin pumps
Nedaa El Khatib
Dr. Amel Adam		 10:45 – 12:00

12:00 – 12:45

 At the end of the session the nurse will be able to:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the technology of insulin pumps and its terminology.
  • Distinguish between different insulin pumps features and mode of use.
  • Demonstrate correct use of insulin pump features for optimal delivery of diabetes care tasks.
Coffee Break 12:45 – 13:00
Management of Hypoglycemia & Hyperglycemia with pumps

Nedaa El Khatib
Ayah Mattar

 13:00 – 13:30 At the end of the session the nurse will be able to:

  • Outline the steps specific to hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, and exercise management with insulin pumps
Care and Safety of students with diabetes
Nurses ‘responsibilities- Challenges and Solutions
Katie El Nahas
Dr. Amel Adam		 13:00 – 13:30 At the end of the session the nurse will be able to:

  • Outline the steps specific to hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, and exercise management with insulin pumps
Tests your knowledge Workshop Evaluation 14:15 – 14:45 At the end of the session the nurse will be able to:

  • Outline the steps specific to hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, and exercise management with insulin pumps
Lunch 14:45 – 15:30 End of Day 2

Scientific Planning Committee Declaration: The Scientific Planning Committee has reviewed all disclosed financial relationships of speakers and facilitators in advance of this CPD activity and has implemented procedures to manage any potential or real conflicts of interest”

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