Lorraine Poulos

Check out: Red Cross app www.diabetesaustralia.org.au Observations BGLs Care worker - What should I phone my co-ordinator about? Medical conditions that impact on blood glucose levels (e.g. diabetes, brain injury) Blood glucose directives (reporting parameters) Dietary restrictions Registration with National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) Co-ordinator - What should be documented on the care plan for the consumer and direct care worker? Consumer - What should I be aware of and report to the worker or co-ordinator? Are my goals clearly defined in the care plan? Changes in appetite Dizziness, excessive sweating or increased sleepiness Slurring of speech Episodes of confusion Readings outside the directive ranges If client feels unwell If client has changed behaviours or is disoriented If equipment is damaged / not working correctly