Pathophysiology
This type of diabetes results from autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells.
What is Type 1 Diabetes?
Excessive urination is known as this.
What is polyuria?
First-line medication for Type 2 diabetes.
What is metformin?
This test measures average blood glucose over 3 months.
What is Hemoglobin A1C?
Life-threatening complication common in Type 1 diabetes involving ketones.
What is Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)?
The main cause of Type 2 diabetes is this condition where cells do not respond properly to insulin.
What is insulin resistance?
Excessive thirst is known as this.
What is polydipsia?
Rapid-acting insulin often given before meals.
What is insulin lispro?
Diabetic patients should inspect their feet this often.
What is daily?
Severe hyperglycemia complication more common in Type 2 diabetes.
What is Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Syndrome (HHS)?
This hormone lowers blood glucose by allowing cells to take in glucose.
What is insulin?
Increased hunger seen in diabetes.
What is polyphagia?
Long-acting insulin commonly given once daily.
What is insulin glargine?
Hypoglycemia treatment using 15 g carbohydrate then recheck in 15 minutes.
What is the 15-15 rule?
Chronic nerve damage from diabetes.
What is diabetic neuropathy?
This organ produces insulin.
What is the pancreas?
Blood glucose below 70 mg/dL is called this.
What is hypoglycemia?
Medication class that increases insulin secretion from the pancreas.
What are sulfonylureas?
Best injection site for fastest insulin absorption.
What is the abdomen?
Vision complication caused by damaged retinal vessels.
What is diabetic retinopathy?
These pancreatic cells are destroyed in Type 1 diabetes.
What are beta cells?
Shaking, sweating, confusion, and tachycardia suggest this condition.
What is hypoglycemia?
Offer benefits in weight loss and blood pressure reduction
What is SGLT2 inhibitors
This should always be checked before administering insulin.
What is the blood glucose level?
Kidney damage caused by long-term diabetes.
What is diabetic nephropathy?