Diabetes Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 3 k’s of type 1 diabetes?
A
K=keep insulin nearby, insulin dependent.
K=kids adolescent
K=DKA
2
Q
What are the symptoms of type 1 diabetes?
A
- Polyuria
- Polyphagia
- polydipsia
3
Q
What is the treatment of type 1 diabetes?
A
D: diet
I: Insulin
E: exercise
4
Q
What are the 3 A’s of type 2 diabetes?
A
A: adult onset
A: absent ketones. No ketosis
A: Avoid excess carbs and calories
5
Q
What is the treatment of type 2 diabetes?
A
D: diet R: resources E: exercise. 30 min/5 days a week A: Additional insulin if needed M: Metformin. Oral hypoglycemic medication
6
Q
What should type II diabetes pt.’s do when they are sick?
A
take insulin IF sick
