Diabetes Type I Flashcards
1
Q
What causes diabetes type I?
A
The autoimmune response leading to the destruction of pancreatic beta cells which causes complete insulin deficiency
2
Q
Name THREE symptoms of diabetes
A
Always tired
Always hungry
Always thirsty
3
Q
What is a definitive clinical sign of diabetes?
A
Hyperglycaemia
4
Q
How do you perform an oral glucose tolerance test? (3)
A
Fast overnight
Glucose solution is consumed within 5 minutes
Blood glucose measured after 120 minutes of consumption
5
Q
What results would a diabetic present in an oral glucose tolerance test? (2)
A
After fasting >7.0mmol/L
After consumption >11.1mmol/L
6
Q
What does HbA1c represent?
A
Glycated haemaglobin
7
Q
What are the management options for type I diabetes? (3)
A
Primarily insulin replacement
Management of diet and exercise
