diabetes circuit Flashcards
1
Q
what is diabetic mononeuropathy
A
single nerves affected e.g. occulomotor lesion resulting in opthalmoplegia
2
Q
what is autonomic neuropathy
A
vasomotor disorders- dilation of blood vessels postural hypotension arrhythmia urinary retention erectile dysfunction
3
Q
why might diabetics get blurred vision
A
osmotic effect of glucose causes lens swelling
4
Q
what is a good value for HbA1c
A
<48 mmol/mol
5
Q
what medications are diabetics likely to be on
A
CVS eg blood pressure/ statins
ask about diuretics and steroids as these can be diabetogenic
ask about antibiotics
