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Management of DKA: Sick Day Rules

Management of DKA: Sick Day Rules
Online 1 CPD Hour Free
Webinar, 1 CPD Hour
Tue 12 May 2026 12:00-13:00

Improving management of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) nationally 


Your webinar leader, Dr Pratik Choudhary will explore current variations in advice, review the appropriateness of existing triggers for sick day rules and provide insights into how a more standardised national approach could be achieved. In just 1 hour, you will develop a refreshed understanding of sick day rules and DKA prevention, along with greater confidence to drive improvements in processes within your service. 


  • Please note this webinar is designed for NHS Diabetes Healthcare Professionals only. 
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Key learning points

Build a clear, practical understanding of sick day rules and their role in preventing DKA


Book your place to hear from Dr Pratik Choudhary offering an all-encompassing insight into DKA and sick day rules:  


  • What sick day rules are and why they are important in preventing DKA 
  • Variation in guidance across services and its impact on care 
  • A review of current triggers for applying sick day rules 
  • The benefits and challenges of a more standardised national approach

1 hour CPD learning

60-minute webinar: designed to help you build your knowledge and confidence in managing DKA 


This webinar is part of a series that has been praised by healthcare professionals for being “informative, practical and clinically relevant”. This session offers focused learning and valuable insights you can directly apply to your clinical practice.


By attending this dedicated webinar, you will benefit from:

  • 40 minutes of expert presentations followed by 20 minutes of interactive Q&A
  • Clear, evidence-based guidance on sick day rules and their role in preventing DKA
  • Practical insights and real-world experience from an expert in diabetes care
  • Live Q&A and discussion – ask questions and share experiences with peers via the chat function


View past webinars on demand
This webinar will be available to view on demand after it has taken place. 

With thanks to Abbott Diabetes Care Division

SBK Healthcare would like to thank Abbott Diabetes Care Division for sponsoring this educational, training meeting.  



FREE for all NHS professionals

12:00
Introduction, instructions and chair’s opening remarks
12:05
Management of DKA: Sick Day Rules
  • Understanding what sick day rules are and their importance in DKA prevention 
  • Exploring variation in advice and guidance across services
  • Reviewing the appropriateness of current triggers for applying sick day rules 
  • Considering the benefits and barriers to national standardisation and a uniform approach
Dr Pratik Choudhary, Professor of Diabetes and Honorary Consultant in Diabetes, Leicester Diabetes Research Centre, Leicester Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester and University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
12:45
Questions and answers with Dr Pratik Choudhary
13:00
Close of webinar

Your expert webinar speaker

Build an accurate understanding of Sick Day Rules to improve your support of people at risk of DKA, with:

Dr Pratik Choudhary

Professor of Diabetes and Honorary Consultant in Diabetes
Leicester Diabetes Research Centre, Leicester Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester and University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Informative learning experience

This webinar has been designed to examine variations in sick day rule guidance, assess current triggers and share how a more standardised national approach could improve DKA prevention and service delivery. We are expecting attendance from, but not limited to: 


  • Diabetes Specialist Nurses
  • Diabetes Diabetologists or Endocrinologists
  • Dietitians 
  • Pharmacists 
  • Psychologists
  • Diabetes Midwives
  • Registrars 
  • Diabetes Team Leads

Past attendee feedback

Book your place to benefit from 1 hour of learning led by an inspiring speaker. Take a look at how past attendees have enjoyed our previous education sponsored by Abbott Diabetes Care Division: 

“Great presentation – the inclusion of scenarios really helped to make us think”
- Barts Health NHS Trust
“Excellent presentation with really useful examples of when to use different pumps and practical case studies”
- Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
“Really engaging, jargon-free discussions that were easy to follow”
- University Hospitals Hairmyres (NHSL)
“Very useful to clinical practice with clear, applicable insights”
- Surrey and Sussex NHS Trust
“Good presentation – I particularly liked the use of real-world scenarios”
- Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust
“Really practical information, delivered in an engaging and memorable way”
- University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
“Very clear presentation with helpful explanations throughout”
- Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
“Excellent talks highlighting the unique features of some of the most popular diabetes tech. This can be confusing in clinic so talks based around real cases was very helpful. All speakers were excellent”
- NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
“Very educational seminar, excellent talks on both HCL pumps, life changing technology. Makes me think about need for frequent follow ups for patients that do very well on the HCL pump”
- Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
“Good opportunity to update with the latest developments and refresh some of the knowledge”
- North Manchester General Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
“Excellent info from qualified speakers. Lots of food for thought for improving practice and advocating for our patients with diabetes access to the best technology”
- Western Health and Social Care Trust
“Wonderful learning experience. Definitely feel more confident”
- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
“Very useful and would recommend”
- University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
“Excellent course and speakers. Always something to learn that can be used in practice”
- Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust
“Informative and pitched at a good level”
- Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
“Excellent and will recommend to colleagues”
- Southern Health and Social Care Trust
“A useful resource for cementing and clarifying knowledge base. Very good for reminding professionals of the fundamentals and key areas to focus on, including how we manage our consultations with patients and families”
- Croydon Health Services NHS Trust