Patho Flashcards
1
Q
signs of diabetes
A
polyuria polydipsia polyphagia fatigue sudden vision changes dry skin recurrent infections
2
Q
causes of hypoglycemia
A
too much insulin too little food extra or unplanned physical activity illness stress
3
Q
symptoms of hypoglycemia (mild-moderate)
A
extreme hunger shakiness weakness fatigue dizziness irritability sweating anxiety confusion
4
Q
symptoms of hypoglycemia (severe)
A
unresponsive
unconscious
seizure activity
inability to swallow
5
Q
treatment for mild-moderate hypoglycemia
A
have student eat or drink 15mg of fast-acting carbs
check sugar q15 mins, repeat if necessary
6
Q
examples of 15mg carbs
A
4 oz fruit juice
2-4 glucose tabs
6 oz regular soda
7
Q
what are ketones
A
acid the body produces when it has to break down fat for energy
