Diabetes Mellitus: Insulin Therapy Update New and Old Types

Diabetes Mellitus: Insulin Therapy Update New and Old Types

This lecture discusses different types of insulin used in the management of a patient with diabetes mellitus. When and why to use different types of insulin is discussed. The advantages of selecting the appropriate type of insulin according to individual needs are emphasised. Information on the administration, management and storage of insulin and practical strategies / guidelines for nurses regarding the administration of insulin are provided, along with a review of injection techniques. This is an interactive and practical session.

The main concepts explored in this session are:

• Diabetes mellitus and insulin
• Insulin types and selection
• Insulin administration, management and storage
• Nurse’s administration of insulin
• Review of injection technique

Michelle Robins is a Credentialed Diabetes Educator with over 16 years experience in many aspects of diabetes care and education. Michelle currently works as a Diabetes Nurse Educator (DNE) in rural Victoria. Her past employment has involved working in diabetes care and education within large and small, public and private hospitals, and community settings. Michelle’s comprehensive and varied practice is reflected in her depth of knowledge and understanding of diabetes. Michelle Robins is an endorsed Nurse Practitioner – Diabetes.

Speaker name: Michelle Robins
Recorded: 21 & 22 April 2010
Listening time: 49 Mins
Conference: Diabetes Refresher Seminar
Session in Conference: Diabetes medication update – New and old part1
State: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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