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Developing and piloting a structured, stepped approach to patient education
1Diabetes Research Team, Leicester Royal Infirmay. marian.carey@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
Professional Nurse (London, England)
|October 23, 2004
Summary
The DESMOND initiative offers ongoing education for Type 2 diabetes patients from diagnosis. This program develops a structured curriculum for integrated care alongside clinical management.
Area of Science:
- Diabetes Management
- Patient Education
Background:
- Type 2 diabetes requires continuous patient education for effective management.
- Integrated care pathways improve patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the DESMOND initiative's approach to Type 2 diabetes education.
- To outline the development of a structured education curriculum.
Main Methods:
- Developing a structured curriculum for Type 2 diabetes education.
- Integrating educational content with clinical management strategies.
Main Results:
- A structured education curriculum is under development.
- The program aims to establish an integrated care pathway.
Conclusions:
- The DESMOND initiative provides a framework for ongoing Type 2 diabetes education.
- Integrated care pathways enhance patient support from diagnosis.