Test 3.7 Flashcards
What is diabetes mellitus
Group of metabolic disorder resulting from defects insulin secretion, action or both
- absolute insufficiency
- impaired insulin secretion and peripheral insulin resistance
- secondary to metabolic disease/disorder
- gestational diabetes
What are the two types of diabetes mellitus
Type 1- insulin deficiency
Type 2- peripheral insulin resistance
Explain type 2 diabetes
Thought as a gradual process
May have to manage hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, dehydration and electrolyte
Patient needs to be supervised
Older athletes with diabetes are at risk for what?
Cardiac disease
Foot fractures
Ocular complications
What is the main risk with diabetes and exercise
Hypoglycemia
What results from poor management/dosing with diabetes mellitus
Hyperglycemia
Diabetic ketoacidosis (type 1)
Osmotic diuresis
When does insulin shock occur
When the body has too much insulin and too little blood sugar
Hypoglycemia (below 70mg/dL)
What are the signs and symptoms of insulin shock
Tingling in mouth/hands Weakness Headache Abdominal pain Normal or shallow breaths Rapid pulse Tremor Drowsiness
What does diabetic coma consist of
Hyperglycemia (above 180mg/dL)
Ketoacidosis
- severe insulin deficiency
- medical emergency
What are the signs and symptoms of diabetic coma
Fruity odor Rapid breathing Dehydration Loss of appetite Increased thirst Slowing of visual reaction time
What are the causes of sudden death and what has to occur for it to be classified as sudden death
Caradic conditions Pulmonary problems Hyperthermia Drug abuse Blunt trauma Sarcoidosis Exercise induced anaphylaxis
Death has to occur within 24 hrs
What is the treatment for ketoacidosis that occur with diabetes mellitus
Fluid and electrolyte therapy Insulin therapy Monitoring urine BP Mental status Have snacks available
Hyperglycemia can lead to
Hyperosmolar state which is often higher mortality rate
What is mononucleosis
Epstein-Barr virus = infectious agent in mononucleosis
Where is mononucleosis commonly seen
In adolescents and young adults