Team-based care

The DAWN study showed that:

• Less than half of people with diabetes in the study believe that their problems are discussed between members of the healthcare team.
  
• Healthcare professionals generally recognize that more communication is needed within the diabetes team.
  
• Nurses could play a key role in increasing the active involvement of the patient in the care process.
  
  
  (DAWN study 2001, Data on File, Novo Nordisk)