Exercises And Insulin Flashcards
What is the recommended pre-exercise glucose concentration range for aerobic and mixed exercise?
100-180 mg/dL
This range is essential to ensure safe participation in exercise without the risk of hypoglycemia.
What should individuals do if their pre-exercise glucose concentration is greater than 250 mg/dL?
DO NOT Exercise
Individuals should correct their glucose levels and wait until they are ≤ 250 mg/dL.
What action should be taken if pre-exercise glucose is between 180-250 mg/dL?
Exercise Carefully
Caution is advised as glucose levels are elevated but not critically high.
What is the suggested carbohydrate intake if glucose levels are below 100 mg/dL before exercise?
Ingest 15 g carbohydrate
This helps to raise glucose levels to a safe range for exercise.
How often should individuals rescan their glucose levels during exercise?
every 30 minutes
Frequent monitoring helps avoid hypoglycemia.
What is a primary concern for individuals with diabetes during aerobic and mixed exercise?
Hypoglycemia
Exercise typically causes glucose concentrations to fall, increasing the risk of hypoglycemia.
What should individuals do 2 hours after a bolus dose before starting exercise?
Wait to begin exercise
This minimizes rapid glucose changes.
What should patients engaged in anaerobic exercise consider regarding carbohydrate intake?
Ingest fast-acting carbohydrate during exercise
This helps manage rising glucose concentrations.
What should be done if glucose levels are 250 mg/dL with upward trend arrows?
Consider ketone testing
Elevated glucose levels may indicate a risk for diabetic ketoacidosis.
True or False: Individuals with diabetes should always exercise regardless of their glucose levels.
False
Safety is paramount; exercise should be avoided if glucose levels are too high or too low.
Fill in the blank: Individuals are advised to wait _______ after a bolus dose to begin exercise.
2 hours
This waiting period helps stabilize glucose levels.
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