This module supports you to develop essential knowledge, skills, and confidence in the management of type 2 diabetes in adults.

By the end of the module, you will have an understanding of type 2 diabetes including risk factors, complications, diagnosis, management and the role of the pharmacist in patient care. Practical application will be through a case study and quiz at the end of the module.

This has primarily been designed for pharmacists working in any patient facing clinical role including community, hospital and general practice setting.

Estimated completion time: 60 minutes

Learning from this module complements content covered in the following modules:

• Hypertension: an introduction
• Weight Management

Learning objectives

After completing this module, you should be able to:

1. Describe the signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes.
2. Identify the risk factors and complications of type 2 diabetes.
3. Recognise how to diagnose or when to suspect type 2 diabetes.
4. List the antidiabetic medications and describe their place in therapy.
5. Explain the management and treatment of diabetes including pharmacological treatment and lifestyle modification.
6. Counsel an adult newly diagnosed with diabetes effectively.
7. Describe the role of pharmacists in diabetes care.