Medications
What is another name for the fast acting form of insulin?
Lispro
This is another name for frequent urination
Polyuria
This is the most common type of diabetes
Type 2
This is a chronic metabolic disorder in which the body does not produce insulin, does not use insulin correctly or both
Diabetes
What is the name of the medication that can be given to increase blood sugar levels during an emergency?
Glucagon
People with diabetes often experience this meaning frequent thirst
Polydipsia
If a patient has blood sugar levels that are higher than usual they might be experiencing this type of diabetes
Pre Diabetes
This organ is where insulin is produced and blood sugar is regulated
Pancreas
What type of insulin is given once a day and can last 20-24 hours?
Glargine
Increased feelings of hunger are also called
Polyphagia
In this type of diabetes the body does not produce insulin and it is often diagnosed when the patient is a child
Type One
This can help to improve insulin sensitivity and help manage weight and reduce fasting blood sugar
Exercise
How soon does the fast acting insulin work?
Within 10-30 minutes
A patient with diabetes might experience this type of wound healing
Slow
In this type of diabetes, insulin is produced but the body is resistant to it
Type Two
This device can be worn on the arm or stomach to help check your blood sugar throughout the day
Continuous Glucose Monitor
This medication is a pill that is normally taken once daily that must be stopped at least 24 hours before anesthesia
Metformin
This is another name for the tingling or numbness that a patient might experience in their hands or their feet
Neuropathy
This type of diabetes is considered an autoimmune disorder that has no cure
Type One
This blood test is a 90 day average of your blood sugar
HbA1C