MedU Case 6 Flashcards
DKA pH is usually
Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic state usually caused by
infection
dehydration
if patient has no risk factors for DM, start screening at what age
45
tx for diabetic retinopathy
laser photocoagulation therapy
things to look for in non proliferative retinopathy
cotton wool spots
retinal hemorrhages
microaneurysms
things that test protective sensation
monofilament plus one of the following
- vibration
- pinprick
- ankle (Achilles) reflex
3 things in diabetic foot exam
protective sensation
palpate pulses
inspection
metformin can decrease levels of what vitamin
B12
screening for TSH guidelines
T1DM
newly diagnosed dyslipidemia
women > 50
indication for adding moderate intensity statin
age 40-75 w/ LDL > 70
indication for adding high intensity statin
age 40-75 w/ LDL > 70 and ASCVD > 7.5%
A1c goal
indication for pioglitazone
can’t tolerate the GI side effects of metformin
have hypoglycemia with sulfonylureas
ADRs of pioglitazone
increase risk of heart failure, edema, and bone fracture
addition to metformin
sulfonylurea or glimepiride