DIABETES MANAGEMENT IN LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES: A PRACTICAL GUIDE

Tool Kit

Cover, Contents & Introduction-[PDF 200 KB]-Updated 06/08

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A. Training Materials for Staff-[PDF 1.2 MB]-Updated 11/08
        1. Admission assessment work sheet
        2. Diabetes complications and their symptoms
        3. Carbohydrate counting
        4. Lower carbohydrate meal choices
        5. Examples of low carbohydrate meal choices
        6. Tips for insulin injections
        7. Insulin types and actions
        8. Working with blood glucose meters
        9. Tips for taking pedal pulses
        10. Diabetes Numbers at a Glance
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B. Educational Tools for Residents-[PDF 1.70MB]-Updated 11/08

-       1. My diabetes management plan
        2. How to eat healthy meals

        3. What to do when your blood sugar is LOW
        4. What to do when your blood sugar is HIGH
        5. Know your numbers and keep a record
        6. What to do when you are sick
        7. Take care of your feet
        8. Footwear tips
        9. Medicare benefits for diabetes
       10. What to do if you have pre-diabetes

C. Medications and Insulins-[PDF 4 MB]-Updated 11/08
        1. Overview
        2. Advanced/detailed medication information
        3. Diabetes Medications Supplement

D.. Glossary of Terms-[PDF 124 KB]-Updated 06/08

E.. References & Resources-[PDF 78 KB]-Updated 07/08

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©2008 Minneapolis/St. Paul Diabetes Educators
All rights reserved. The authors give readers permission to download, photocopy and/or transmit any part of the document for educational purposes only.

This publication is intended for informational purposes only and cannot serve as a substitute for the care provided by a licensed clinician or healthcare professional. Users are advised to seek medical guidance before making changes in healthcare regimens.

©2008 Minneapolis/St. Paul Diabetes Educators
All rights reserved. The authors give readers permission to download, photocopy and/or transmit any part of the document for educational purposes only.

This publication is intended for informational purposes only and cannot serve as a substitute for the care provided by a licensed clinician or healthcare professional. Users are advised to seek medical guidance before making changes in healthcare regimens.