Ch. 69 The Patient with Diabetes Mellitus Flashcards
1
Q
What are the symptoms of hyperglycemia?
A
- Polyuria
- Polydipsia
- Weight loss
2
Q
Fasting blood glucose level means that there is no caloric intake for a minimum of how many hours?
A
8
3
Q
Too much insulin circulating in the blood of inadequate nutritional intake is called?
A
hypoglycemia
4
Q
Uncontrolled diabetes place the dental patient at risk for which opportunistic oral infection?
A
Candidiasis
5
Q
How many people in the U.S are undiagnosed with diabetes?
A
1-4
6
Q
What are the symptoms of hypoglycemia?
A
- Sweating
- Confusion
- Irritability
