Insulin
How long should you wait between short acting insulin doses?
2 hours
How many carbs are in 8 oz of milk?
12 g
What are 3 signs of hyperglycemia?
1. Excessive thirst
2. Frequent urination
3. Increased appetite
4. Sleepy
5. Dry Skin
6. Blurry Vision
What organ makes insulin?
Pancreas
If you haven't opened your insulin where should it be stored?
Refridgerator
What is the definition of a free food?
Less than 20 calories and less than 5 g of carbohydrate
What should you treat your low blood sugars with?
15 g of quick acting carbohydrate (ex. 4 oz juice or 3-4 glucose tablets)
What are the 3 times you should check your ketones?
1. Every morning
2. Anytime you are sick
3. When blood sugar is over 250 mg/dl
How long should you hold in your insulin pen during injections?
10 seconds
How often should we enjoy a sweet treat?
3 times per week
15 minutes
When ketones are present your body is using _______ for energy.
Fat
How long is insulin good for when opened or out of the refrigerator?
28 days
What are the 5 food groups on MyPlate?
Grains, Dairy, Fruit, Vegetables, Protein
What are 3 signs of hypoglycemia?
- shaky, sweaty, extreme hunger, confusion, tired, irritable, weak
Name 3 injection sites
1. Front and outside of thighs
2. Outside and back of upper arms
3. Abdomen
4. Upper outer buttocks
What color should your insulin be?
clear
What is a good website to look up nutrition facts when eating out?
Calorie King, MyFitness Pal, or restaurant website information
Why do we check blood sugars at 3am?
- test lantus dose
- check for hypoglycemia
Out of the 5 food groups, which 3 generally contain carbohydrate?
1. Grains
2. Fruit
3. Dairy