Lesson 7 Terminology
What is delegation?
assigning tasks or responsibilities to someone else.
What are diabetes?
A condition where the pancreas produces too little insulin or doesn't use insulin properly
What is the medication Afrezze? - Generic name (insulin human)
Which diabetic type is it used for?
provides insulin to the body
Type 1 diabetics
What are three Insulin Equipment?
insulin syringe, insulin pen, or an insulin pump
What is habit forming?
A substance that is capable of leading to physical or mental dependence, and create unhealthy using habits ( addiction).
What is a unit?
cc/mL
What is Metformin, Glipizide route?
what diabetic type is it used on?
Oral route
Type 2 diabetics
What is a controlled medication?
Medications that can cause physical and mental dependence also have a limit on refills and how they can be refilled.
What is hypoglycemia?
Low blood sugar
What are the four types of insulin? name at least three
1. Rapid Acting
2. Short Acting(regular)
3. Intermediate Acting
4. Long Acting
What is cross checking?
Verifying information to prevent med errors.
What are type 1 diabetes ?
Pancreas produces no insulin
insulin dependent
What are 3-4 side effects of Glipizide (glucotrol)?
headache, irritability
sweating, fast heart rate;
dizziness, nausea; or
hunger, feeling anxious or shaky.
Drugs that are more likely to be abused and or can cause addiction.
What are type 2 diabetes?
Body does not produce enough insulin or use the insulin properly
What are the side effects of Afrezza (insulin Human)
can cause cough, throat pain.