active Check to include Clear and return to menu Close Closed captions. Press the spacebar to toggle captions on and off. Continue Continue Exit Filter FINISH finish Definition definition Glossary Terms Menu Please rotate your device NEXT next Notes Notes Bio More info Captions pause play Send an email PREV previous Question List replay Resources resources Restart Resume Search... search Search in: Search Results Skip navigation. Press enter to return to the slide. Slide Text SUBMIT ALL submit all SUBMIT submit volume <html><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>Welcome to Supporting Students with Diabetes training module. </textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>This training module is intended for all Halton District School Board personnel, and fulfils the requirements outlined in the Ontario Ministry of Education Policy/Program Memorandum No. 161: SUPPORTING CHILDREN AND STUDENTS WITH PREVALENT MEDICAL CONDITIONS. </textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>This online training module compliments the HDSB Administrative Procedure: Supporting Students with Diabetes. The Administrative Procedure outlines the roles and responsibilities of students, families, school staff and the Halton District School Board as we work together to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students with diabetes. This administrative procedure can be found on myHDSB.ca under Student Health. </textformat></html> <html><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>This diabetes training module is intended to inform viewers of the underlying causes of diabetes, the daily routines students with diabetes navigate, the steps necessary to support an individual in an emergency situation caused by low blood sugar, and the support required in situations of high blood sugar. </textformat></html> <html><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>This two minute video provides basic details about the causes, prevalence, and treatment of diabetes. As well, factors that impact day to day routines of individuals with diabetes are highlighted. </textformat></html> <html><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>Hypoglycemia, occurs when an individual with diabetes experiences low blood sugar levels. Hypoglycemia can put an individual at risk of sustaining serious bodily harm if treatment is not administered promptly. </textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'></textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>This video provides an overview of causes and symptoms of hypoglycemia, and emergency steps to take if you suspect a student is experiencing hypoglycemia. </textformat></html> <html><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>High blood sugar (or hyperglycemia) occurs when a student’s blood sugar is higher than the target range. It is usually caused by:</textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'> </textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>• extra food, without extra insulin</textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>• not enough insulin </textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>• decreased activity</textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'> </textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>Blood sugar also rises because of illness, stress, or excitement. Usually, it is caused by a combination of factors.</textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'></textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>Symptoms of high blood sugar can include increased thirst, more frequent urination, headache, hunger, abdominal pain, blurry vision, warm, flushed skin and irritability. Additionally, students may have difficulty concentrating in class.</textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'></textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>If the student is well, allow unlimited trips to the washroom, and encourage them to drink plenty of water. Contact the parents immediately if a student is unwell, has severe abdominal pain, nausea, or is vomiting. </textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'> </textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>Students are not usually in immediate danger from high blood sugar unless they are vomiting, breathing heavily</textformat><textformat leading='0' tabstops='[0, 48, 96, 144]'>or lethargic. In this instance, call 911 immediately, and then the parents. </textformat></html>