AID Systems: The Master Module

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About this course

We will dive into interpreting closed-loop system reports in just three simple steps and provide essential guidelines for managing hypo- and hyperglycemia, high-fat meals, sports and swimming, illness management, and travel. With the increasing number of closed-loop systems on the market, it can be challenging to keep up. Let us help you stay ahead of the game and achieve optimal glycemic control with confidence and ease.

Learn  everything you need to know about closed-loop systems and how to leverage their benefits fully!

Learning Objective

By the end of these lessons, you will discover:

  • How automated insulin delivery can be evaluated based on the CARES reference framework
  • What education points are essential for users of AID systems
  • Which automated insulin delivery is suitable for different user profiles
  • How to interpret automated insulin delivery system reports in three simple steps

And general guidelines for managing hypo- and hyperglycemia, dealing with high-fat meals, exercise, illness, alcohol and traveling.

Course Features

  • Duration: 6 lessons, 60 minutes of video content

  • Language: English, Dutch, French, German, Spanish and autotranslated to 25 more languages

  • Accreditation: 1 European CME credits (ECMEC), 1
    RIZIV/INAMI credit point, 1 Kwaliteitsregister V&V point,
    1 Verpleegkundig Specialisten Register point, and 1
    NVvPO Nascholing Praktijkondersteuners point.

  • Downloads: Transcript and additional PDFs

  • Availability: Desktop, Tablet & dedicated app for Phone
  • Community: Invitation to our monthly Zoom Expert meetings and ability to ask question below each video

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Curriculum & Preview

Preview




  • Introduction (2.5 min)
  • The CARES Framework (6 min)
    • Calculate
    • Adjust
    • Revert
    • Educate
    • Sensor
    • Share
  • Key Education Points (9 min)
    • Eat less carbs if hypoglycemia
    • If in doubt, change it out!
    • Trust the automated insulin delivery system
    • Bolus before meals
    • Start Exercise Mode 90 minutes before activity 
    • Suspend insulin when disconnected 
    • Respond to alarms
    • Disable automatic updates
    • Seek peer support
    • Set realistic expectations 
    • Use stepwise education
    • Individualize target values
  • Starting An AID System (4 min)
    • Indications
    • Timing of Initiation
    • Choosing the Right System
  • Interpreting Reports (5 min)
    • Types of Reports
    • Four Steps to Interpret Reports
    • Do’s & don’ts
  • Managing Special Situations (16 min)
    • Hypoglycemia
    • Hyperglycemia
    • High-fat meals
    • Exercise
    • Illness and medical procedures
    • Alcohol 
    • Travel Considerations
  • A Comprehensive AID overview (4.5 min)

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Become Certified & Accredited

Upon successfully completing all course modules and assessments, you will immediately receive an official Diabetotech Diabetes Technology Expert Certificate of Completion.

 

Accreditation has been approved by

  • UEMS-EACCME (1 European CME credits)
  • RIZIV/INAMI (1 credit point)
  • Kwaliteitsregister V&V (1 point)
  • Verpleegkundig Specialisten Register (1 point)

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