Diabetes Flashcards
1
Q
Most common early signs of DM?
A
The classical triad
2
Q
What is the classical triad
A
Excessive drinking, urination, and weight loss
3
Q
What is the glucose cut off for DM?
A
Greater than 11.1mmol/L
4
Q
And fasting blood glucose cut off?
A
Greater than 7
5
Q
Initial management of type 1 DM in childhood?
A
Refer to specialist pediatrician
6
Q
Explain the basal bolus insulin regimen
A
Short acting before meals, long acting during evening and +/- before breakfast
7
Q
Blood glucose cut off for causing Hypgylcemia?
A
Less than 4mmol/L
8
Q
What do hypoglycemic ppl feel?
A
Wobbly legs and sick
9
Q
Hypoglycemia early treatment?
A
Glucose tablets
