DIABETES

Question 1

What is diabetes mellitus (DM)?

Answer 1

Chronic, systemic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia and disruption of metabolism of carbs/fat/proteins

Question 2

What is type 1 DM?

Answer 2

Insulin-dependent

Question 3

What is type 2 DM?

Answer 3

Non-insulin dependent/insulin resistant

Question 4

What are the symptoms of DM1?

Answer 4

• ketonuria

- normal or thin

Question 5

What are the symptoms of DM2?

Answer 5

• often asymptomatic

- majority are obese

Question 6

What is ketoacidosis?

Answer 6

Extreme insulin deficiency - requires immediate medical attention

Question 7

What are the symptoms of ketoacidosis?

Answer 7

• fruity breath
• dehydrated
• rapid pulse
• labored breathing