The organ in the body that makes insulin. Destruction of its beta cells causes type 1 diabetes.
What is the pancreas?
100
BG < 70 mg/dl. It may cause dizzyness, shakiness, hunger or irritability.
What is hypoglycemia (a low blood sugar)?
100
Thirst, frequent urination, blurry vision
What are symptoms of high blood sugar? BG> 180 is too high. Best to try to keep BG < 150.
100
If you cannot speak for yourself, this is a way to let first responders know you have diabetes and may require insulin or glucagon
What is a medic-alert ID (bracelet, necklace, wallet card)?
100
Insulin-to-Carbohydrate ratio
What is a ratio used to calculate a bolus dose of insulin for carbs consumed?
200
< 7.5 %
What is the target Hemoglobin A1C recommended for all children?
200
15 grams, wait 15 minutes; if still low, give another 15 grams
What is "the rule of 15s"?
200
Whenever BG> 240 mg/dl, or twice a day when ill
What is when to check urine for ketones?
200
Coaches, teachers, youth group leaders, friends - those who may be responsible for you when you are not around your parents
Who are the people that need to know I have diabetes, and what to do in an emergency?
200
Humalog
NovoLog
Apidra
What is bolus (fast-acting) insulin? Used to cover carbohydrates and bring down high blood sugars.
300
A source of energy for the body's cells
What is glucose?
300
A hormone used to treat a severe low blood sugar, available in a powder form which must be reconstituted with water and injected in to a large muscle
What is a Glucagon?
300
The only treatment to make ketones go away. Fluids may also be required to prevent dehydration
What is insulin?
10% of total daily dose or correction factor (whichever is highest) given every 2 hours until the ketones are gone)
300
The health hazards of coming in contact with used lancets and syringes can be prevented by this.
What is the proper way to dispose of sharps? Research sharps disposal procedures for your home town
300
This can happen after ingestion of a high-fat, high protein meal.
What is delayed high BG?
400
70 - 150 mg/dl most of the time
What is the acceptable blood sugar range for kids my age?
400
When the blood sugar goes low 4 - 24 hours after exercise or prolonged activity
What is a delayed low?
400
Bad pump site
Missed shots
Illness
What are causes of high blood sugars and ketones in the urine?
400
True or False:
Keeping track of my meds, strips, lancets, pump supplies is my responsibility, and I should let my parent/guardian know when I'm running low
What is: True
400
Your __________may need to change because of illness, stress, dietary changes, activity
What is insulin dose?
500
A build-up of fat tissue at the site of injection, causing insulin to not absorb or work effectively. It can happen when injection sites are overused.
What is lipohypertrophy?
500
Acceptable frequency of mild hypoglycemia, which can occur when you are managing your diabetes well
What is 4-5 mild lows a week?
500
A medical emergency caused by a build up of acids in the blood, as the body breaks down fat for energy. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, extreme thirst, abdominal pain, trouble breathing or fruity odor to breath
What is diabetic ketoacidosis?
500
Setting an alarm clock on my watch or phone will help remind me to do this.
What is: time to check blood sugar, bolus insulin?
500
A trend of high blood sugars before breakfast could mean you need to adjust your ________ insulin