1000: Diabetes: Trends and Updates (Nurses)

1. Understand the Basic Concepts of Diabetes:

o Define diabetes and describe its primary characteristic of elevated blood glucose levels.
o Differentiate between the main types of diabetes: Type 1, Type 2, Gestational Diabetes, LADA, and MODY.

2. Identify and Explain the Pathophysiology of Each Type of Diabetes:

o Explain the autoimmune nature of Type 1 diabetes and its impact on insulin production.
o Describe the mechanisms of insulin resistance and impaired insulin production in Type 2 diabetes.
o Understand the temporary nature of gestational diabetes and its hormonal causes.
o Discuss the characteristics of LADA and its overlap with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
o Explain the genetic basis and clinical presentation of MODY.

3. Recognize Risk Factors and Epidemiological Trends:

o Identify key risk factors for developing diabetes, including genetic, lifestyle, and socioeconomic factors.
o Analyze global trends in diabetes prevalence and understand the differences in prevalence between urban and rural areas.

4. Diagnose and Manage Diabetes:

o Understand the diagnostic criteria and methods for each type of diabetes, including blood glucose testing and emerging technologies.
o Discuss current and emerging treatment options, including lifestyle interventions, medications, and technological advancements.

5. Appreciate the Public Health Implications of Diabetes:

o Understand the significance of monitoring and understanding diabetes trends for public health planning.
o Discuss the challenges in managing diabetes at the population level and strategies for improving treatment outcomes and prevention efforts.

6. Apply Knowledge to Clinical and Public Health Contexts:

o Utilize knowledge of diabetes types, risk factors, and treatments in clinical decision-making and patient education.
o Advocate for and implement strategies for diabetes prevention and management within communities and healthcare settings