T1D Flashcards
1
Q
Islet autoantibodies
A
GAD65 and IA2
2
Q
Classic triad of symptoms
A
Polyuria, polydipsia, weight loss
3
Q
Non-obese, gradual onset, antibody positive, don’t initially require insulin
A
LADA
4
Q
DIDMOAD
A
Diabetes insipidus
Diabetes mellitus
Optic atrophy
Deafness
5
Q
Formula for insulin requirements
A
0.3 x body weight, divided 50% basal and 50% bolus
6
Q
Triad of DKA
A
Acidosis + hyperglycaemia + ketosis
7
Q
Management of DKA
A
Fluid resus with 0.9% saline
Replace insulin and potassium
Switch to 5% dextrose once glucose
