General practice nurses (GPNs) are often involved in reviewing people with type 2 diabetes. An annual review is the minimal requirement of the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF), although more frequent reviews may be indicated for people who have started on new medication,1,2 or who have achieved significant lifestyle changes, such as weight loss. The requirements for a QOF review may be augmented with the recommendations from Diabetes UK’s ’15 Healthcare Essentials’ guidance.3 Both QOF and DUK are discussed in this module. In some areas of the UK, QOF no longer operates and the DUK document will provide a clear rationale for standards of care.
By the end of this module you will have:
Section 1. Case study & Requirements of the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF)
Section 2. The Diabetes UK 15 Healthcare Essentials
Section 3. The GPN’s role in supporting people with diabetes
Section 4. Recognising when to refer to the multidisciplinary team
Section 5. Key messages
Section 6. Reflection
After completion of the module the reflection document can be filled in and printed out for your personal development plan. This can be presented at annual appraisal or revalidation. The downloaded module includes the completion stamp showing 30 minutes self -directed CPD undertaken.
Job Code: UK/DIA-19020e DOP: April 2020