Diabetes Flashcards
(11 cards)
1
Q
T/F: T1DM is autoimmune
A
true
2
Q
What’s the difference between T1DM and T2DM?
A
- T1DM: autoimmune disorder where insulin is not produced
- T2DM: insensitivity to insulin
3
Q
What is a Mediterranean diet?
A
low glycemic index foods (whole grains, complex carbohydrates, non-processed foods)
4
Q
What lifestyle changes should a diabetic incorporate?
A
- Mediterranean diet
- 45 to 60g of carbs per meal (ex. slice of bread = 15g carbs)
- exercise
5
Q
Hypoglycemia: early signs
A
- GI symptoms: N/V, diarrhea
- Fruity breath and polyuria (body’s attempt to excrete sugar)
- Hungry
- Shaky
- Tachycardia
6
Q
Hypoglycemia: late signs
A
- Confusion
- Alter LOC
- Seizures
- Coma
- Death
- Ataxia (trouble walking)
7
Q
Treatment for Hypoglycemia?
A
- give a snack
8
Q
Factors in determining treatment for Hypoglycemia?
A
- Can they eat? (ex. 4oz of juice for blood glucose 50-70, 8 oz of juice for <50)
- Do they have IV access? (D50W 12.5mL for 50-70, 25mL for <50 for IV access; no IV access, give glucagon)
9
Q
What do you need when you give Glucagon?
A
IV
10
Q
How often should you check the patient?
A
15 minutes
11
Q
When should short acting insulin be given?
A
before the meal
