Designed for convenient use in the field, the Guide provides easy access to current information about diabetes and proven instructional techniques. It can be utilized in the following ways:

A reference for developing individualized client education plans.

A basis for curriculum development and standardization of a diabetes education program.

An awareness tool for health care policy makers and the public.

A supplement to professional development related to diabetes education.

Chapter 1 - What is Diabetes?

Chapter 2 - Complications of Diabetes

Chapter 3- Diabetes Education

Chapter 4 - Managing Diabetes:Lifestyle

Chapter 5 - Managing Diabetes:Medication

Chapter 6 - Diabetes in Pregnancy

Chapter 7 - Diabetes in Special Groups: Aboriginal, Children, Inmates, Older Adults

Chapter 8 - Acute Care of Diabetes

Chapter 9 - Diabetes in Daily Life

Chapter 10 - Case Studies

Diane O'Grady is a Diabetes Educator and also operates an independent Registered Nurse practice. Diane has over 30 years experience in nursing and has been providing diabetes education to both clients and health care professionals for over 20 years.