Adjustments in Insulin therapy for the stable diabetic Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most important determinant in insulin adjustment
A
p clinical signs
2
Q
Why shouldn’t hyperglycemia be concerning in a newly diagnosed healthy diabetic?
A
it may take dogs cats several days to adapt to the intro of insulin or a change in dose so don’t expect to see the full effects of insulin after the first dose
3
Q
When is the recommended time frame after starting insulin therapy to make increases to maintenence insulin?
A
no sooner than 1 week after starting therapy
4
Q
If hypoglycemia develops in dogs + cats, while trying to find the correct insulin dose, how much should you lower the dosage of insulin you are giving?
A
25-50% and monitor daily until a safe dose is found
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