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SUB Q
How often should a child with type 1 diabetes check their glucose levels?
4 times a day, at least
GIVE AN EXAMPLE OF RAPID ACTING INSULIN
NOVOLOG
What are the 2 main causes of hypoglycemia?
Insulin intake not followed by food intake & a lack of carbohydrates
What is saturated fat a risk for
Cardiovascular disease and stroke
HYPOGLYCEMIA OCCURS WHEN THE LEVEL OF SUGAR DROPS BELOW
70
70-180 mg/dL
GIVE AN EXAMPLE OF REGULAR INSULIN
HUMULIN
How can you test if you are hypo/hyperglycemic when you start to feel symptoms?
Fingerstick blood glucose test
Which group is the body’s main source of energy?
Carbs, fiber, fats (answer carbs)
HOW IS TYPE 1 DIABETES TREATED
WITH INSULIN
90-180 mg/dL
WHAT IS AN LONG ACTING INSULIN
LANTUS
What are some symptoms of hypoglycemia?
Sweating, dizziness, confusion, hunger, and weakness
How does regular physical activity help the body?
regular physical activity helps the body use insulin more efficiently
DM type 1 causes the destruction of insulin-secreting ___ cells
beta
What should the glucose reading be at bedtime?
100-180mg/dL
IF AN INUSLIN IS CLOUDY, WHAT ACTION SHOULD YOU DO PRIOR TO ADMINISTERING IT?
ROLL IN THE PALM OF YOUR HANDS
What are some symptoms of hyperglycemia?
Headache, increased thirst, frequent urination, blurred vision
What should you do to maintain blood sugar levels when it comes to food?
Do not skip meals
2 WAYS PEOPLE GET TYPE 1 DIABETES
GENETICS AND VIRUS-RELATED
What is a normal glucose reading for a child without diabetes?
70-99mg/dL
AFTER THE MEDICATION HAS BEEN INJECTED HOW LONG SHOULD YOU HOLD THE PEN IN THE SKIN?
6-10 SECONDS
If you check your blood sugar and it is 70 mg/dL or below (w/o symptoms), what is the first thing you should do?
Drink a cup of orange juice and recheck blood sugar in 15 minutes
What happens to the muscles when you exercise?
Your muscles use glucose for energy?