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Sponsors for the Evening
Novo Nordisk
Medtronic of Canada Ltd
Roche Diagnostics
DiNiro Family Golf Tournament Fundraiser to the
Pediatric Diabetes Clinic
Transition to Adult
Diabetes Care
Dr Robert Wilson
Endocrinologist
Objectives
To understand transition to adult care &
how it differs from pediatric care
To learn about lifestyle issues faced by
young adults
To learn about the roles involved with adult
diabetes management
Goal of Transition
To provide care that is uninterrupted,
coordinated, developmentally appropriate
as youth move from pediatric diabetes care
to adult-oriented health care
Reality Check
25-65% of Young Adults Seek No Medical
Follow-up During Transition
WHY?
Adult Care is Different
Expect to Meet Alone
Know Your Own Condition & Health
Know Your Medications
Take Responsibility for Your Care
Adult Care is Different
Sign Your Own Consents
Advocate for Yourself
What to Expect From Visits?
EKG
Eye Chart Exam (Bring Glasses)
Blood Pressure
Foot Exam
Height and Weight
What to Expect From Visits?
Abdominal Girth
Blood Work/Urinalysis
Meal Plan Review
What to Bring to Visits??
Diary - 2 Weeks of Numbers
Medications and Side Effects
Meter/Pump
Prescription Needs
Emergency Plan – People to Contact
What to Bring to Visits??
Know your Family’s Health History
Health Card
Allergy Information
Questions ???
Lifestyle Issues for Teens
Alcohol
Smoking
Drugs
Sexual Health
Driving
Living Out of Town
Alcohol & Diabetes
Hypoglycemia
May Appear Intoxicated
Occurs 6-36 Hours after Drinking
For Your Safety:
Eat Carbohydrate Rich Foods when Drinking
Tell a Friend to Look for Symptoms of Lows
Check BG Before Bed
Carry Glucose with You
Glucagon Does Not Work
When Alcohol is
in the Body!
Smoking & Diabetes
We Know the Risks!
Diabetes Compounds the Problem
Drugs & Diabetes
All Street Drugs Severely Impair Judgment
Various Drugs Cause Hypoglycemia or
Hyperglycemia
Sexual Health
Unplanned Pregnancies Should Be
Avoided
Seek Counseling Prior to a Planned
Pregnancy
When Pregnant Notify Your
Diabetes Team Immediately!
Driving & Diabetes
Avoid Hypoglycemia
Always Carry a Glucose Source
Pull Over & Treat Promptly
Wear Medical Alert
Driving is a Privilege
Living Out Of Town
Carry Supplies
Be Prepare for Lows
Wear Medical Alert
Maintain Prescriptions
Keep Medical Appointments
Obtain Referral to Endo
Need a Family Doctor
Have a Sick Day Plan.
Never Be Alone!
Team Captain’s Role
Have a Say in Decisions Made
Be Fully Informed
Speak for Yourself
Ask for Help
Coach’s Role
Determine Appropriate
Medication,
Timing & Dose
Assess & Monitor
Health Status
Team’s Role
On-going Diabetes Education
Provides Resources
Problem Solving
Support