capillary puncture Flashcards
1
Q
why is glucose needed in the body
A
- glucose is needed for energy within the cells
some cells can only use glucose
2
Q
what is the NML range for glucose for adults (normalized max likelihood)
A
- 70 or 80 - 120 mg/dL
3
Q
what is the insulin used for in the body
A
insulin is a hormone secreted by the beta cells of the pancreas and facilities the uptake of glucose
4
Q
what can induce a hypo - or hyperglycemic episode
A
- food / drink
- illness / infection
- stress
- medication
- EtOH
- heat / dehydration
- exercise
5
Q
define type 1 diabetes
A
- an automatic disease where the body makes antibodies that destroy the cells that produce insulin
- affects insulin production
6
Q
define type 2 diabetes
A
not enough insulin is produced or the insulin that is produced can’t be used (insulin resistance) which leads to hyperglycemia
- affects insulin resistance
7
Q
what is mononucleosis
A
- epstein-barr virus (EBV)
- infects 95% of the worlds population
- infection occurs through saliva — normally asymptomatic
8
Q
what are common symptoms of mono
A
- fatigue
- fever
- sore throat
- lymphadenopathy
- tonsillar enlargement
9
Q
what is a rare complication that can occur due to mono
A
- splenic rupture (0.1 - 0.5%)
- higher in those participating in physical activity during the first 3 weeks
