Risk Factors
What groups of people are more at risk of getting Type 2 Diabetes?
-People who are obese
-Those with a family history of the disease
What is the main sign of diabetic ketoacidosis
fruity breath
What is insulin?
The hormone that works to move glucose or natural sugars from the blood into cells for energy for the body.
What does the abbreviation DM2 stand for?
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Is Type 2 Diabetes a chronic illness or an acute illness?
Chronic illness
What stage of grief is Mi Chen in?
Denial
The 3 P's of diabetes and what the stand for?
Polyuria: excessive urine
Polydipsia: excessive thirst
Polyphagia: excessive hunger
What interdisciplinary resource would someone with Type 2 Diabetes have to help with food and nutrition?
Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN)
The abbreviation DKA stands for?
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
What part of the body produces insulin?
Pancreas
At what age does Type 2 Diabetes usually develop?
Age 35 and risk increases increases with age
What causes hypoglycemia?
- Not eating enough carbs
- skipping meals
- drinking alcohol
- too much diabetes medication
What are the two ways to control Type 2 diabetes?
- Exercise
-Oral medication
What doe the abbreviation GTT stand for?
Glucose Tolerance Test
There is no specific age
What are 3 drinks that can increase the risk of Type 2 Diabetes
- Soda
- Alcohol
- Sugary fruit juices
What causes hyperglycemia?
- Overeating
- too little insulin
- illness or stress (physical or emotional)
- Inactivity
What should an NA do before serving a meal to a resident, ESPECIALLY a resident with diabetes?
What does the acronym ADA stand for in regards to resources?
The American Diabetic Association
Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in children and young adults. Type 2 diabetes is a milder form of diabetes that typically develops after age 35
What are the three main racial and ethnic groups that are at a higher risk for Type 2 diabetes?
How does diabetes effect the Body Systems?
Urinary system: frequent urination
Integumentary System: dry skin
Nervous System: Sudden vision changes or tingling in hands and feet
Circulatory System: Poor wound healing do to lack of blood circulation
What must there be a balance if for someone with Type 2 diabetes?
A balance of insulin level and food intake
What does the abbreviation FSBS stand for?
Fingerstick blood sugar
What is insulin resistance?
In type 2 diabetes, it is when the body either does not produce enough insulin, or the body fails to properly use insulin