What is the average age of onset of Type 2 diabetes?
After age of 30 or greater than 40
100
Why is exercise beneficial to a diabetic patient?
Weight loss, lowers glucose up to 24 hours, lowers blood lipids, essential for good BS control. Increases insulin sensitivity thereby allowing decrease in insulin
200
Name one symptom of hyperglycemia
polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia, blurred vision, HA, lethargic abd pain, coma, thrist
How would you describe the onset of type 1 diabetes?
Acute or Rapid
200
How would you describe the onset of type 2 diabetes?
Slow
200
Name a rapid acting insulin
Lispro
300
Name 2 causes of hyperglycemia.
overeating
stress
illness
not enough medication
300
What are 2 causes of hypoglycemia?
Too much insulin or medication
Exercise more than usual
Not enough food- undereating or skipping meals
300
How would you describe the body weight of type one diabetic?
Thin
300
How would you describe the body weight of type two diabetic?
Obese
300
Describe a glycated or glycosated Hemoglobin A1C test?
Measure the average blood sugar level for previous 2-3 months. Measures the amt of BS attached to HMG molecule. Remember the RBC life cycle of 75 to 90 days. Normal is 4-6&
400
What treatment would be ordered for a Type I diabetic who BS is 195?
Insulin
400
What treatment does the nurse anticipate for a type 1 diabetic with a BS of 50?
Give a fast sugar--4oz OJ, 3 glucose tablets, 6 oz soda, mini box raisins, 6 lifesavers
400
Describe the treatment for a type 1 diabetic.
insulin, diet, exercise
400
Describe the treatment for a type 2 diabetic.
oral hypoglycemics, diet, exercise
400
What are the general principles of nutrition management for a diabetic patient?
Low fat, sodium, simple sugars, complex carbs, and consistent day to day
500
Name the 3 symtoms of hyperglycemia that start with "P"?
Polyuria
Polydipsia
Polyphagia
500
_________________ is too little sugar in blood.
Hypoglycemia
500
What complication may a patient with type 1 diabetes suffer if he/she stops taking insulin?
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
500
Is it appropriate for a type 2 diabetic to be on insulin and why?
Yes--times of stress such as illness, surgery, hospitalization
500
A medication record reads: Lispro insuline 10 units SC 0800. What are the important nursing considerations?
This is a rapid acting insulin--wait until the breakfast tray arrives