Paediatric diabetes operational 1745.pdf - East Cheshire NHS Trust

Data CollectionAuditThe Diabetes MDT takes part annually in the National Diabetes Audit. We will seekassistance in the submission of data from the Trust. At the present time no assistance isprovided for the collection of this data. The MDT also submits data to other nationaldiabetes audits and surveys.The MDT currently collects local data on an annual basis for audit purposes. Audit data isthen discussed at our MDT service meetings.Admissions InformationData can easily be accessed through streamline database on new patient admissions, DKAadmissions, admission relating to poor diabetic control, and admissions unrelated todiabetes such as routine or acute surgical problems. Currently this data is collected verballybut in future we hope to collect this data as part of an annual report. Additionally we recordany admissions during the previous 12 months at the time of patients’ yearly reviews.Clinical Trials/researchWe are involved with studies through the MCRN for example ADDRESS 1 &2. We areinterested in getting involved in SKIPI trial following discussion with our PCT. We have aresearch nurse who actively looks for studies that we can contribute to.Provision of Patient‐Centered CareThe Children’s Diabetes MDT acknowledges the importance of sensitive and appropriatecommunications with patients and their carers. The team continues to develop a servicethat regards patients as partners in achieving the best possible outcomes for them asindividuals. Young people and their families are taught the skills and knowledge aboutdiabetes and are encouraged to manage themselves with the support of the team.Provision of patient written informationNewly diagnosed children and young people are provided with verbal and practicalteaching and are given information leaflets and a copy of the newly diagnosed carepathway. This written information includes advice on contacting the team, managingillness, sick day rules and managing hypoglycaemia.Patient and Carer Feedback and InvolvementPatient Feedback/Experience ExerciseA patient satisfaction survey was completed in August 2010 and subsequent changes weremade to the service. This will be repeated again this year.We are currently in the process of seeking the views of pump service users.Children’s Diabetes MDT Operational Policy May 23, 2012 13