Vignette 2 – Continuing to Treat our Patient Preesha – HPCSA Level 2

On completion of this educational module the clinician will be better able to:

1. Understand the extent of glycemic control induced by various treatments
2. Explain the pathophysiology of Type 2 diabetes including pancreatic function
3. Understand the benefits of early insulin therapy
4. Understand the barriers to introduction of insulin therapy
5. Define educational needs of patients starting insulin therapy
6. Understand the role of the diabetes nurse educator or patient support program