Table 2 Topics in each of the 12 group self-management education sessions
Session | Topics |
|---|---|
Session 1 | Overview of self-management and diabetes |
Setting goals and making an action plan | |
Session 2 | Relaxation/cognitive symptom management |
Session 3 | Increasing aerobic exercise |
Session 4 | Healthy eating |
Meal planning | |
Session 5 | Managing medications |
Insulin injection | |
Session 6 | Fatigue management |
Dealing with anger/fear/frustration | |
Session 7 | Routine medical checkups |
Understanding the results of blood tests | |
Session 8 | Preventing and treating acute hypoglycemia |
Session 9 | Hypertension management |
Session 10 | Diabetic foot care |
Session 11 | Communicating and working as a partner with the healthcare team |
Seeking support from family and friends | |
Session 12 | Planning for the future |