Growth, endocrine & metabolic

Question 1

When are the two age peaks for development of diabetes?

Answer 1

5-7, onset on puberty

Question 2

How can you diagnose diabetes in a child (glucose values)?

Answer 2

Fasting glucose of more that 7 and a random glucose of more than 11.1

Question 3

What should the aim of glucose be to maintain in a child?

Answer 3

4-6mmol/l

Question 4

What are the symptoms of hypoglycaemia in kids?

Answer 4

HUNGRY, dizzy, funny tummy, irritable