When you are admitted to hospital, your needs will be assessed and a care plan should be discussed and agreed between you and the hospital team. This applies whether you are admitted for a planned procedure or because of an emergency. The care plan should be regularly updated by a member of the hospital team and should record:
- how you can contact the diabetes healthcare team
- what care you should expect to receive and information about your stay
- if you would like to involve your carer/relative in your care
- if you experience hypos (low blood glucose) and/or hyperglycaemia (high blood glucose), and how these will be managed
- how your blood glucose levels will be monitored
- how your diabetes will be managed including whether you wish and are able to take your own diabetes medications
- any specific dietary needs you may have
- any cultural and religious needs you have including: dietary, treatment, facilities and any matters surrounding physical contact.
Additionally, your feet should be examined for any foot complications by a trained healthcare professional who will refer you for treatment if necessary.
You should also have an opportunity to speak to the person in charge of the ward or unit if you have any concerns. If you have particular concerns about your diabetes you should be able to discuss these with a member of the diabetes healthcare team.