Medical Terminology
Elevated blood glucose level.
Hyperglycemia
The organ responsible for secreting insulin.
Pancreas
The normal blood glucose level.
80 - 120 mg/dL
This disorder of glucose metabolism leads to an impaired ability to get glucose into the cells to be used for energy.
Diabetes mellitus
The dosage range of oral glucose
12.5-25 grams
Frequent urination
Polyuria
The 4 main components of blood
Erythrocytes
Leukocytes
Platelets
Plasma
Skin condition often found in hyperglycemia
Dry and warm
This type of diabetes typically has a juvenile onset and requires injection of insulin.
Type I Diabetes mellitus
The only 2 true contraindications for administering oral glucose.
Inability to swallow
Unconsciousness
Increased fluid consumption or thirst
Polydipsia
This organ requires a constant delivery of glucose and oxygen via the blood.
Fast and deep breathing pattern in the presence of hyperglycemia.
Kussmaul respirations
This type of diabetes typically has an onset later in life due to poor diet and exercise and is usually treated with oral medications.
The immediate intervention for treatment of hypoglycemic patients with altered mental status.
Airway management
Uncontrolled erection
Priapism
The type of cells in the pancreas responsible for production and secretion of glucagon
Alpha cells
Skin condition often found in hypoglycemia
Pale and moist
This type of diabetes occurs in females only and has an onset during pregnancy.
Gestational diabetes
Delivery
The condition of ketone build-up in the blood
Ketoacidosis
The type of cells in the pancreas responsible for production and secretion of insulin.
Beta cells
Hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia can mimic this condition, which itself is often associated with abnormal blood glucose levels.
Alcohol intoxication
The condition of elevated blood glucose level and the presence of ketones.
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Type 2 diabetes can be corrected with these actions.
Diet changes
Exercise