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Diabetes

A DIABETES EDUCATION PROGRAM AT YOUR SERVICE

What is a diabetes educator?

Kustzorg has a dedicated diabetes nurse, Jessy. She has completed specialized training in diabetes and can provide professional advice and practical support for everything diabetes entails.

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Diabetes is a complex disease that varies from person to person. The goal of a diabetes educator is to help patients understand their disease and adapt their lifestyle accordingly to prevent complications—in short, to achieve good self-care.

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Diabetes care at home and in the nursing center

The concerns of a diabetes educator are very diverse.

INFORMATION PROVISION

Explanation about diabetes and the correct blood sugar levels and how your lifestyle can influence this.

LEARNING SELF-CARE

Measure your own blood values, administer your insulin and any other medication, and learn to use the measuring equipment.

LIFE STYLE COACHING

Advice on proper nutrition, smoking cessation and sufficient exercise.

FOOT CARE

Be alert and learn proper foot care to avoid foot problems.

GUIDANCE IN CASE OF COMPLICATION

Treatment for acute problems (hypo, hyper) and referral to specialist doctors and care providers for eye and foot problems (ophthalmologist, podiatrist, dietician).

PSYCHOSOCIAL GUIDANCE

Supporting the patient in accepting the practical and physical consequences, attention to the emotional impact of diabetes.

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DO YOU, AS A DIABETES PATIENT, NEED SPECIAL CARE?

Trust Kustzorg's diabetes educator, both at home and in our nursing home. Contact us.

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