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Beginnings Paediatric Diabetes Group Education Gillian Smith October 2008
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Context – Why group education? Withdrawal of insulin mixes Many referrals for carbohydrate counting Initially advice on individual basis, but: –Time intensive –Limited accommodation, especially at clinic Guidelines support structured ongoing education and promotion of self management
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Two hour programme Types and action of insulin What are carbohydrates? Ways to count: 10g portion list, food labels, weighing Examples, DAFNE plates Snacks, large meals, long meals, exercise Individual ratios and corrections Evaluation
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Outcomes Attendance – 42 families (half those invited) –Range 4 – 16 years (5 parents)Average 13 years Morning, afternoon or evening –Similar numbers attendAverage 4 families Groups –Building relationships with families –Families meeting and sharing experiences –Practical tasks
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Improved Hba1c in 71%
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More confident in managing diabetes
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Lessons to learn Pros –Happier patients –More knowledgeable families –Shared experiences –Standardised education –Groups based –Team working Cons –Admin time –Accommodation –Resources –Patient numbers –Conflict –New concept –One session
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