About Diabetic Patient Monitoring
Home support for a person living with diabetes, coordinated with the clinician’s instructions and the agreed care plan.
Who may enquire about this service?
Families arranging support with routine monitoring or everyday care alongside ongoing medical treatment.
What may be discussed?
- Discussion of the prescribed monitoring routine
- Support from an appropriately trained and authorised person where applicable
- Recording and communicating results as instructed
- Coordination with family and treating team
Preparing for the discussion
- Share the home location and preferred dates or schedule.
- Explain the everyday support being requested and what the family can manage.
- For clinical services, have current instructions from the treating healthcare team available through an agreed appropriate channel.
- Identify the family contact and preferred communication method.
Before arranging care
JNS will ask about the location, desired schedule, the support being requested and any relevant care instructions. The family and JNS should agree the service description, responsibilities, staffing arrangement, charges and contact process before the start date.
Important scope and safety information
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Frequently asked questions
Can JNS change insulin doses?
No. Insulin and other medication changes must be made by the treating clinician.
Who sets glucose targets?
The treating healthcare professional sets individual targets and instructions.
Can the routine be supported at home?
JNS can discuss whether an appropriately trained and authorised person is available for the requested monitoring support.