Type 1 Diabetes Flashcards
1
Q
What is Type 1 Diabetes
A
insulin deficient, destroyed beta cells in islets of langerhan
2
Q
What should BG levels be in Type 1 Diabetes
A
> 11mmol/L
3
Q
What are common ages and BMI for Type 1 diabetes
A
Age: <50
BMI: <25
4
Q
Other signs of Type 1 diabetes
A
- ketosis
- rapid weight loss
- family history of autoimmune disease
5
Q
How many times a day minimum must a type 1 diabetic monitor BG
A
at least 4
(before every meal and before bed)
6
Q
What is the blood glucose target for a type 1 diabetic who is fasting
A
5 to 7mmol/L
7
Q
What is the blood glucose target for a type 1 diabetic who is measuring before meals
A
4 to 7mmol/L
8
Q
What is the blood glucose target for a type 1 diabetic who is measuring after meals
A
5 to 9mmol/L
9
Q
What is the 1st Line Insulin Regimen for type 1 diabetes
A
Multiple daily injection
- Basal
- Bolus
