Hyper- & Hypoglycemia Flashcards
1
Q
what is glycemia
A
Presence of glucose in blood
2
Q
role of glucose
A
Cells use glucose to produce ATP
3
Q
Source of Glucose
A
GIT (digestion and absorption) of dietary carbohydrates
Portal circulation
Liver convers
Systemic circulation
4
Q
Excess glucose is stored as:
A
glycogen within 24h (fasting)
5
Q
Critical glucose value protocol
A
< 3 mmol/L or > 25 mmol/L
Symptoms appear
Immediate medical attention, MUST BE PHONED TO PHYSICIAN